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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


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


SBA launches $6M initiative to support women entrepreneurs [Aug. 10 deadline]

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched a $6 million grant competition to expand support for women entrepreneurs through its


SBA powers small business expansion with bigger loans, rural push

While many small businesses face rising costs, tighter margins, and uncertainty about interest rates, federal officials say the economy still


SBA doubles combined loan limit to $10 million for small businesses

A new rule from the U.S. Small Business Administration took effect July 4. It lets eligible small business owners combine


SBA, GM to host Supplier Matchmaking Expo in Detroit to strengthen domestic supply chains

On June 5, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in collaboration with General Motors (GM), will host the 2026 Supplier


The AI-powered cybersecurity threat small business owners can’t ignore

If you think your small business is too small to be attacked by cybercriminals, think again. Hackers now run automated,


SBA expands international loan program to boost small manufacturers

The U.S. Small Business Administration is expanding its International Trade Loan program to strengthen small manufacturers and expand access to


What the SBA’s new loan policy means for your business

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced a new policy restricting access to SBA-backed loans to U.S. citizens and


10 best business loans entrepreneurs should consider before year-end

Securing the right financing can make or break a business, especially as the year comes to a close. For entrepreneurs


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