Cindy Hyde-Smith criticizes Senate delays and highlights ag policy and small business lending

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith has recently addressed several legislative and policy issues through a series of posts on her official Twitter account.On July 29, 2025, Hyde-Smith criticized Senate Democrats for their handling of presidential...

Salesforce Boosts Sales Efficiency with Acquisition of AI Leader Bluebirds

Salesforce is set to enhance the efficiency of sales teams through its latest acquisition of Bluebirds, an AI-driven prospecting platform. This move aims to empower small business owners to streamline their lead engagement processes, enabling them...

Small Businesses Cut IT Costs 30% with AWS Cloud and AI in 2025

In an era where small businesses grapple with razor-thin margins and escalating operational expenses, technology emerges as a potent ally for cost containment. Drawing from recent insights in the AWS Smart Business Blog, innovative cloud...

Small Business Spotlight: Big Ed’s Artisan Bread brings fresh-baked goods to Central Oregon

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- This month's Small Business Spotlight is highlighting Big Ed's Artisan Bread of Bend. Big Ed's can be found in restaurants and retailers across Central Oregon--and has its own retail space at 601 NE 1st Street. At Big Ed’s,...

End Of $800 Duty-Free Rule Sends Shockwaves Through US Small Businesses

President Donald Trump on Tuesday unleashed a new wave of tariffs targeting countries that have failed to finalize bilateral trade deals with the U.S., signaling a dramatic escalation of his second-term trade agenda. The White House announced a...

SVG agro-processors urged to apply for small business grants

Small Grants Program to Benefit Agroprocessors The Industry Unit within the Ministry of Agriculture is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications to its a Small Business Grant Program. This is the third year that the Program is...

Ahead of August 1 Tariff Trade deadline, Ranking Member Markey, Massachusetts delegation seek information from Boston fed on impacts of tariffs on local small businesses

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On July 29, 2025 Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) led the entire Massachusetts congressional delegation – Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Representatives Richard Neal (MA-01), Jim McGovern (MA-02), Lori Trahan...

There is one professional license that will lapse in Brown County in week ending Aug. 9

There is one professional license expiring in Brown County in the week ending Aug. 9 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System. At least no professional licenses were set to expire the previous week. Starting and...

“Our Entrepreneurs in Dhofar" campaign continues to boost entrepreneurial presence in tourist seasons

Salalah: The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority “Riyada” continues to implement the "Our Entrepreneurs in Dhofar" campaign with the launch of the Omani Craft House outlet in Dhofar Governorate, supporting products from small and...

NFIB outlines victories and challenges for small businesses as summer progresses

With summer in full swing and Labor Day approaching, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has highlighted recent achievements and future goals for small businesses. Notably, NFIB successfully advocated for the permanent inclusion...

Midland Bank, TallyKhata join forces to empower millions of small businesses

Sen. Collins speaks out about threats to Maine small businesses from Canadian tariffs

PORTLAND (WGME) --Tariffs on Canadian goods will increase to 35 percent if a new trade deal isn't reached by Friday. Maine Senator Susan Collins is warning of the potential impact on small businesses. She's working with a Democratic lawmaker from...

MSMEPCI Phek conducts LEAN scheme awareness prog

Kohima, August 3 (MExN): The Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises Promotion Council of India (MSMEPCI), Phek District, successfully conducted its first LEAN Scheme Awareness Program on August 2 at MSMEPCI Hall in Pfutsero Town. The initiative was...

Lawrence County professional licenses issued in week ending June 7 compared to week ending May 31

There were four professional licenses issued in Lawrence County in the week ending June 7, 2025 in Ohio, according to the eLicense Ohio Professional Licensure System.This is unchanged from the previous week ending May 31, 2025.Starting and...

BRAC Bank offers record-low collateral-free loans for CMSMEs

BRAC Bank, the pioneer of SME Banking in Bangladesh, has achieved a unique feat by offering the lowest ever lending rate for unsecured loans to cottage, micro, small and medium enterprise (CMSME) entrepreneurs. Under the brand positioning...

St. Pete bank considers portfolio sale as small business loan losses spike

Back to School Kids Market to feature 14 small businesses

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Freight House Farmers Market is debuting a market for school aged kids. Debuting in August, organizers said the Back to School Kids Market will feature 14 small businesses operated by entrepreneurs between the ages of...

Small Business Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheets

July 30, 2025 / 7/30 Coconino County Economic Development Department has information for small business owners impacted by the Dragon Bravo and White Sage Fires. Officials say the Small Business Administration has an Economic Injury Disaster Loan...

Government is failing small businesses with rising costs and fears over a recession

iwoca’s latest SME Expert Index reveals that the Labour Government has had a negative impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) during its first year in power, according to SME finance experts. Almost three-quarters (70%) of SME finance...

Government's new plan to give small businesses tools to thrive

Tough new laws to cap payment terms at 45 days. Lower business rates for shops under £500k rateable value. Convenience store body welcomes plan publication Small businesses across the UK will benefit from the most comprehensive support package in...