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NFIB urges action against federal heat mandate for small businesses

Sadie Hutchens

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

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Economy grew 2.1% in Q1, faster than earlier estimates
Articles
Economy grew 2.1% in Q1, faster than earlier estimates
Jason Becknell
The U.S. economy grew faster than initially reported at the start of 2026. Real gross domestic product rose at a
March hiring hit its strongest mark since February 2024, but small business owners face a tighter labor pool and rising costs as the Iran war's economic impact takes hold.
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Hiring rebounds in March, but forecasts show a rough road ahead
Jason Becknell
Hiring picked up sharply in March, according to the latest numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and
Despite rising interest rates and concerns about a faltering economy, consumers showed surprising strength by driving retail sales in September to levels well beyond expectations.
Small Business News
September saw a 0.7% increase in retail sales, far above forecasts
Jaelyn Campbell
Despite rising interest rates and concerns about a faltering economy, consumers showed surprising strength by driving retail sales in September
The Federal Reserve announced a 0.25% interest rate cut on Thursday, less than two days after Donald Trump’s election victory.
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GDP estimate revised as economic growth slows in Q2
Colin Velez
A revised estimate provided by the U.S. Department of Commerce indicates that the pace of economic growth was slower than
Tom Sullivan provides another small business update, this time sharing data on how entrepreneurs feel about the economy.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Update
Small business update: entrepreneurs forecast revenue gains — Tom Sullivan | Chamber of Commerce
Colin Velez
For small business owners, it is crucial to stay informed on the latest economic trends impacting their industries. Unfortunately, it
Inflation staled in June, as the annual rate slowed to just 3% under the influence of volatile food and energy prices.
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Rising inflation stalls in June as Fed weighs next interest rate hike
Colin Velez
Inflation continued to show signs of stalling in June, as the annual rate slowed to just 3% under the influence
resilience imperative
Interviews
The resilience imperative: 3 ways your business can overcome any hurdle — Alan Weiss
Jaelyn Campbell
Even though conducting daily business can feel hopeless, it’s imperative to get through the challenges you can manage. Alan Weiss,
Affordable Housing, nonprofit, habitat for humanity
The Playbook
How land banks are helping solve Atlanta’s affordable housing crisis
Mark Collier
Atlanta native Christopher Norman has worked in investment banking, corporate banking and public finance, overseeing roughly $1 billion in debt
U.S. Chamber
Small Business Events
The State of Business in Georgia and 3 Reasons to Start Yours Now – Tom Sullivan, U.S. Chamber
ASBN Newsroom
 Small Businesses make up about 75 percent of all new jobs in the United States and they are what
Mercedes Benz Stadium
Small Business News
The Business of the Super Bowl: What Can the Atlanta Business Community Expect?
Chanell Turner
On February 3, 2019, most of the country will be sitting in front of a television, smartphone, or tablet to
ASBN Small Business Network
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