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What Trump Means for Small Business Borrowing
Banks and lenders are hoping that certain regulations can be relaxed to better spur economic growth.Business - Inc. - 8 hours ago -
Small Business Owners More Confident About Borrowing After Rate Cut
Entrepreneurs and the banks that finance their expansions and upgrades are more optimistic, as refinancing and new loans get easier.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
Small Business Uncertainty Spiked Again in October
Business owners are feeling extremely uncertain. But that doesn’t mean they’re losing hope for the future, according to a new report.Business - Inc. - November 12 -
2 Wishes for Small Businesses in an Election Year
No matter who’s in the Oval Office, the economy is something we should all be rooting for.Business - Inc. - November 12 -
Why Early Planning is Key to Exiting a Small Business
Starting a business is hard, but leaving it may be even harder without an advance strategy for a transition.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Can Harris’s Economic Plans Sway Small Business Owners to Vote Democratic?
Kamala Harris has leaned in with promises to aid start-ups, but proprietors are often more focused on taxes and regulations.Business - The New York Times - October 29 -
How Google’s Ad Change Could Affect Small Businesses
The overhaul of Google Local Services means small businesses must be verified before their ads can run and be served on the popular digital ad platform.Business - Inc. - October 30 -
After six years of tariffs, small-business owners aren’t eager for more
Donald Trump wants to greatly expand import duties. Entrepreneurs who weathered his first round, which Biden largely left intact, say they’d have to raise prices to survive.Top stories - NBC News - November 1 -
Exclusive: SBA Certifies Record Number of Diverse-Owned Small Businesses
The agency has certified more than 17,000 diverse-owned small firms this year as part of a broader effort to expand access to federal contracting.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Drive Growth With SEO: 3 Tips for Small-Business Owners
Why a solid SEO strategy sets successful online businesses apart—and how to develop one.Business - Inc. - November 7 -
Veterans Day Spotlight: Empowering Veteran-Owned Small Businesses for a Brighter Future
Veteran entrepreneurs face many challenges, but these resources can help.Business - Inc. - November 11 -
China's Alibaba releases AI search tool for small businesses in Europe and the Americas
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba unveiled an artificial intelligence-powered search engine for small businesses in Europe and the Americas to source supplies.Business - CNBC - November 12 -
5 Ways Small Businesses Can Mitigate Risks With Fractional HR
You may not need a full-time human resources professional, but a fractional role can be a strategic advantage.Business - Inc. - November 12 -
Why Your Successful Small Business Saturday Needs a Plan
The Saturday after Thanksgiving could be a big day for small businesses.Business - Inc. - November 13 -
Small businesses urge on tax deductions after GOP wins
Small-business owners could face major tax increases at the end of 2025 and are asking the newly elected Congress and administration for tax deductions. As part of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
The IRS refuses COVID claims, leaving small businesses in limbo
The IRS has delayed processing of properly submitted ERTC claims, leaving small businesses in the dark and owed over $100 billion, while the Biden administration has not addressed the wider issue ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
While Formula 1 Thrives in Las Vegas, Small Businesses Feel the Strain
The construction of the circuit necessitates traffic restrictions and outright road closures that create significant gridlock throughout the city.Sports - The New York Times - 23 hours ago -
FirstFT: US consumers continue to spend, spend, spend
Also in today’s newsletter, North Korea fires its longest-ever test missile, and the activists ready to challenge the election resultWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Public sector pay rises and debt interest costs push up UK government borrowing; Bitcoin nearing $100,000 – business live
UK records the second highest October borrowing since 1993, while crypto-friendly Trump pushes bitcoin towards $100k. The jump in UK borrowing last month ( see opening post ) makes it hard for ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
Harris’ small business pitch resonates in Georgia’s most diverse county. Can it win her the state?
The Democratic nominee's path to victory could hinge on her ability to excite entrepreneurs in Gwinnett County, Georgia, an immigrant-rich slice of Atlanta.Top stories - NBC News - October 27 -
New York Nico’s New NYC Travel Guide Is a Love Letter to Small Businesses
“These businesses are kind of like safe spaces for me,” says social-media icon Nicolas Heller, better known as New York Nico.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
Small Business Administration-Backed Financing Rose to $56 Billion in Fiscal Year 2024
Smaller loans made up for much of the additional funding.Business - Inc. - November 8 -
How the FedEx-UPS Price War Could Slash Year-End Costs for Small Businesses
Falling parcel volumes and fewer year-end shopping days, this year have led the two transporters to extend big price reductions to small business owners.Business - Inc. - November 8 -
How a small group of Amazon workers took on big business and challenged traditional unions | Kenan Malik
A documentary about unionising the company’s Staten Island warehouse reveals new ways of negotiating with oppressive bosses. ‘The union wants to protect workers. The employer wants to protect ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
What are the cheapest borrowing options this November?
Trying to find the most affordable loans right now? These options come with some of the lowest rates available now.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Treasury trims fourth-quarter borrowing estimate
The Treasury Department said Monday that it expects to borrow $546 billion in the fourth quarter, which is $19 billion lower than previously estimated.Business - MarketWatch - October 28 -
Chris Mason: A change-making Budget and a moment of jeopardy
The government's fate will depend on whether it can make things better, says political editor Chris Mason.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
UK Labour’s Budget borrows big, taxes more
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a £40bn tax increase and a sharp rise in borrowingWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Investors' reaction to Budget 'very different' to Truss, says Reeves's deputy
Treasury secretary speaks out to reassure the markets after a rise in the cost of government borrowing.Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
UK government borrowing for October exceeds forecasts at £17.4bn
Data highlights challenges facing chancellor Rachel ReevesWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Trump and the small caps
Why little companies like the red sweepWorld - Financial Times - November 15 -
Biden Administration Floats Student Loan Relief for Borrowers Facing Hardship
The proposal, which faces tough legal prospects, would offer forgiveness to millions of borrowers who are unable to pay back their loans because of financial setbacks.Business - The New York Times - October 26 -
Bond market braced for rise in UK debt issuance to £300bn this year
Investment banks pencil in second-biggest annual gilt sales figure on record ahead of Labour’s first BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 28 -
Beijing considers $1.4 trillion borrowing increase to support economy: Reuters
Fresh stimulus would help local authorities resolve off balance-sheet debtBusiness - MarketWatch - October 29 -
Britain's Labour Party Bets on Big Taxes, Borrowing to Boost Economy
The U.K.’s new government presented its plan to jolt the country out of years of moribund growth: more taxes and a bigger state.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
U.K. borrowing costs rise in volatile trade after budget delivered
U.K. government bond yields were volatile on Wednesday as traders initially welcomed news that the government would prioritize tax rises ahead of increased borrowing as it strives to fill a fiscal ...Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
UK borrowing costs rise as Reeves’ spending plans unnerve investors
Ten-year gilt yield hits five-month high after chancellor’s first BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 30