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Senate confirms Kelly Loeffler as SBA chief amid debate over federal funding freeze

The Senate confirmed Kelly Loeffler as Administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) on Feb. 19, 2025, with a 52–46


Small businesses embrace DEI, reporting positive impact amid corporate retreat

As corporate America faces increased scrutiny over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, small business owners are taking a different


U.S. retail sales plunge in January, marking the sharpest decline in nearly two years

U.S. retail sales sharply declined in January, falling 0.9% after a strong finish to 2024. The downturn highlights a sudden


Small business optimism holds strong despite rising uncertainty

Uncertainty among U.S. small business owners surged in January, even as overall optimism remained above historical averages, according to the


Corporate America caught between politics and profit as DEI policies face scrutiny

Corporate America is walking a fine line as the Trump administration intensifies its crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)


Why small businesses and shoppers should care about ‘de minimis’ tariffs

The United States Postal Service (USPS) briefly announced a halt on package shipments from China and Hong Kong late Tuesday,


The economic toll of Trump’s tariff war on small businesses

Small business owners are preparing themselves for the impending impact of President Trump’s tariffs, which could disrupt operations and elevate


How Trump’s presidency could impact small businesses

Donald Trump assumed office on January 20, and small business owners are bracing for significant economic and regulatory changes. Trump’s


Will TikTok survive in the U.S.? Supreme Court’s ruling sparks uncertainty for users and creators

The Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, to divest its ownership of the


SBA extends disaster assistance loans to SMB owners impacted by L.A. wildfires

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is extending a lifeline to business owners, homeowners, and renters affected by the wildfires


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