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Senate blocks short-term funding bill, raising odds of government shutdown 

On September 19, the Senate rejected both Republican and Democratic short-term spending proposals, heightening the chances of a federal government


U.S. inflation steady in July as tariffs keep prices elevated

On Tuesday, the Labor Department reported that U.S. inflation remained stable in July, with consumer prices rising by 2.7% compared


Fed holds rates steady amid internal split, Trump pressure

The Federal Reserve held its benchmark short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday for the fifth time this year, maintaining the rate


Fed slashes rates again providing additional relief for SMB owners

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced its third consecutive interest rate cut of 2024, decreasing the benchmark rate by a


Fed cuts rates following Trump’s re-election, easing economic pressures

In a move that aims to provide economic relief, the Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% interest rate cut on Thursday,


How inflation is affecting metropolitan cities across the country

Inflation remains an economic obstacle for many, but new research indicates the impact on consumers and business owners may vary


U.S. economy defies expectations in Q4, spending outpaces inflation

The U.S. economy continued to recover over the fourth quarter, growing faster than anticipated despite a modest slowdown in activity


SBA celebrates record number of business applications in 2023

Americans submitted 5.5 million business applications in 2023, an all-time high marking the third consecutive year of record-breaking growth. According


Small businesses create 74,000 jobs as labor market returns to normal

Small businesses added 74,000 jobs to the U.S. economy in December as pre-pandemic norms continued to return to the labor


Small business owners felt confident in Q4, interest rates remain key obstacle

Small business owners felt mostly optimistic during the holiday season, even as concerns over high interest rates held back economic


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