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SBA launches $20 million prize competition for manufacturers [Aug. 28 deadline]

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its first-ever Critical Suppliers Prize Competition on Aug. 6. The national contest aims


July unemployment falls to 4.1% as labor market opens new opportunities

According to the latest revisions from the Labor Department shared on August 7, U.S. employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs last


Small Businesses seek relief, clarity as tariff challenges move forward

Small businesses that rely on global supply chains are pushing back against new tariffs that could increase costs for imported


Congress examines AI’s impact on small business growth

The House Committee on Small Business held a hearing this month on how artificial intelligence is changing the way small


SMB optimism climbs in June as economic challenges persist, NFIB reports  

According to the latest National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Economic Trends survey, small business optimism improved in


U.S. unemployment claims fall as layoffs remain historically low

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits declined slightly last week, signaling that layoffs remain historically low despite a


NFIB urges action against federal heat mandate for small businesses

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is calling on the Trump administration and Congress to block a federal workplace


Economy grew 2.1% in Q1, faster than earlier estimates

The U.S. economy grew faster than initially reported at the start of 2026. Real gross domestic product rose at a


Small businesses report record confidence heading into second half of 2026

Small businesses are heading into 2026 with more optimism than ever, according to the latest Small Business Cash Flow Report


U.S job growth tops expectations in May

According to the latest Labor Department report, the U.S. economy added 172,000 jobs in May, surpassing economists’ expectations and extending


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