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Small business optimism index remains steady amid rising tax concerns
Enchantment State News - New Mexico
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July 11, 2025
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed little change in June, dropping slightly by 0.2 points to 98.6, which is just above the long-term average of 98. The decline was largely due to an increase in respondents reporting excess inventories....
Small business optimism holds steady; taxes remain top concern
Natural State News - Arkansas
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July 11, 2025
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, showing a slight decline of 0.2 points to 98.6. This figure remains above the 51-year average of 98. A significant factor contributing to...
Local businesses not investing enough in cybersecurity, expert warns
Radio Jamaica
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July 11, 2025
International IT and cybersecurity expert Christopher Reckord says local businesses are not investing enough in cybersecurity and it's to their own detriment. According to Mr. Reckord, the problem lies in the inability of IT professionals to...
Cape Coral car washes: Small businesses with a big footprint
The News Press - Florida
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Cape Coral residents have noticed a proliferation of car washes in their city and question the need for so many. Industry experts attribute the growth to a post-pandemic boom, changing consumer preferences, and automation leading to lower labor...
Tony Wied emphasizes Medicaid reform and introduces legislation to aid small businesses
Green Bay Reporter - Wisconsin
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July 10, 2025
Anthony Christian Wied, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin 8th Congressional District | Official WebsiteAnthony Christian Wied, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin 8th Congressional District | Official Website Rep. Tony Wied, a public figure known...
From Industrial Giants To Small Businesses: Human Capital Resilience Charter Signed In Rome
MENAFN
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July 11, 2025
(MENAFN- UkrinForm) The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC2025) in Italy's Rome on July 11, 2025, an Ukrinform correspondent reports. As noted by Svyrydenko, the Human Capital Resilience Charter is...
Small Business Optimism Recedes, but still above 51-year Average for fourth consecutive month
CityNewsOKC - Oklahoma
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Oklahoma City -– The National Federation of Independent Business found the Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.1 points last month. Despite the drop to 100.7, that was still the fourth consecutive month above the 51-year average of 98 and is...
Costco Anywhere Visa Business Card review: Cash-back rewards and perks for small business owners
Yahoo Finance
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The Costco Anywhere Visa Business Card is one of a few credit cards on the market that offers cash back for small business owners. There’s no annual fee, and you can get up to 4% cash back on eligible gas and EV purchases, up to $7,000 annually....
As Fairfax Co. considers changes to massage therapy oversight, small businesses worry about impact
WTOP - District Columbia
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July 11, 2025
Fairfax County has started the process of rewriting its regulations for massage therapy businesses for the first time in decades. Fairfax County has started the process of rewriting its regulations for massage therapy businesses for the first time...
Mass Deportations Are Killing Small Businesses, Owners Say
Newsweek
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July 11, 2025
A small business owner told Newsweek that he's facing an uncertain future as President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown drives away customers. David Rebolloso, who was born in Brownsville, Texas, and started working as a farmworker with his...
Unlocking Growth: How Small Business Associations Boost Success
Small Business Trends
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July 11, 2025
Navigating the world of small business can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Small business associations are here to provide the support and resources you need to thrive. These organizations connect you with fellow entrepreneurs, offer...
Small Business Optimism Steady in June, taxes a big problem, NFIB study says
CityNewsOKC - Oklahoma
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Oklahoma City -- The Small Business Optimism Index, from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) remained steady in June, edging down 0.2 of a point to 98.6, slightly above the 51-year average of 98. A substantial increase in...
Wales bucks UK trend as small businesses 'feel optimistic' about growth
South Wales Argus
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Nearly one in three small business owners in Wales are predicting growth between July and September, up from just 13 per cent in the previous quarter, according to the latest Business Barometer report from Novuna Business Finance. The findings...
Bill introduced to boost bank investment in small business
North Indy News - Indiana
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July 10, 2025
Senator Todd Young, US Senator for Indiana | Official U.S. Senate headshotSenator Todd Young, US Senator for Indiana | Official U.S. Senate headshot U.S. Senators Todd Young, Ruben Gallego, Jim Risch, and Tammy Duckworth have introduced the...
California State Treasurer talks small business in Torrance
Daily Breeze - California
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July 11, 2025
When current California State Treasurer Fiona Ma worked for a large accounting firm, she realized “there were no women or people of color in the leadership at the time.” That was when the certified public accountant quit and started her own...
Clay Target National Championship gives local businesses a boost
WILX - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
MASON, Mich. (WILX) - The USA High School Clay Target League National Championship is back in Mason. Which means participants will be coming from across the state, some even coming across the country. Jeff Eing traveled more than five hours from...
SBA Relief Still Available to New Jersey Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
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ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in New Jersey of the Aug. 11 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused...
Small businesses struggle to hire skilled workers
Finance & Commerce - Minnesota
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July 9, 2025
The Blueprint 86% of small businesses report few or no qualified applicants. Labor quality and rising compensation are top concerns. U.S. job openings highest in construction and manufacturing. Finding qualified labor continues to be a problem for...
US Small Business Administrator touts Trump budget on Baltimore visit
WBAL TV - Maryland
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July 10, 2025
THE OWNERS HERE AT CHECKERSPOT BREWERY SAY THERE’S A LOT IN THE ONE BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL. THEY’RE STILL COMBING THROUGH IT ALL, BUT THEY SAY THE BIGGEST THING THAT’S GOING TO IMPACT THEIR WORKERS ARE TAX BREAKS FOR TIPS, SERVING UP BEER AND...
Oklahomans urged to support local businesses during “Weekend of Local” July 11–13
News9 - Oklahoma
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The Independent Shopkeepers Association and community partners across Oklahoma are urging residents to shop and dine locally during this weekend’s “Weekend of Local” campaign, a three-day celebration of small businesses taking place from July 11...