Trump officials reveal devastating impact of shutdown on small businesses

FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—Hundreds of small businesses are in peril during the federal government shutdown as they are unable to access their federal government loans, according to President Donald Trump’s Small Business Administration. “Thanks to...

Business : Malaysia, Singapore SME Ties Among Most Dynamic In ASEAN -- SBF

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad SINGAPORE, Oct 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Singapore share one of the most dynamic and mutually reinforcing economic relationships in ASEAN, particularly among small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which form the...

OCC Coast Collective gives a creative space for student entrepreneurs

The Orange Coast College Coast Collective shop shared a light to students at OCC who are small business owners by hosting a ‘Sticker Rally’ event on Wednesday. Kristy Han is a film major at OCC and an intern for Coast Collective. She helped pass...

Intuit Launches AI-Driven Innovations to Empower Business Growth

Intuit is making waves in the small business world with the launch of its innovative Intuit Intelligence, a cutting-edge system designed to help businesses thrive in the era of artificial intelligence. This announcement, made during the Intuit...

PayPal and BigCommerce Set to Launch Embedded Payments in 2026

PayPal and BigCommerce are stepping up their partnership to introduce an embedded payment processing service specifically designed for small businesses. Set to launch in the United States in 2026, BigCommerce Payments powered by PayPal promises a...

SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center to Open in Jackson

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of a Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) in Cape Girardeau County to assist businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations and residents affected by severe...

Fort Bragg City Council Report 10/27/25

During the October 27th Fort Bragg City Council meeting, the council approved a utility capacity charge deferral program for small businesses outside the central business district. Previously, the deferral program was only available for downtown...

Washington: Launching Business Growth

The State of Washington is making a significant effort to attract businesses both small and large. In June 2025, the Washington State Department of Commerce pledged $250,000 for small businesses in Okanogan County. Historically an agriculturally...

Intuit Unveils AI-Powered Accountant Suite to Streamline Firm Operations

Intuit recently unveiled its new Intuit Accountant Suite, a cutting-edge platform designed specifically for accounting firms seeking to enhance efficiency and profitability. In an era when small businesses often feel overwhelmed by the...

3 downtown Wilson businesses receive statewide recognition as 'certified destinations'

WILSON, N.C. (WTVD) -- Downtown Wilson is home to three "Certified Destination Businesses" recognized by the state's commerce department. From Manteo to Murphy, 33 small businesses received a Certified North Carolina Destination Business...

NYC Bodega Chief Quits Over Mamdani Endorsement

A top figure in New York City’s influential bodega network resigned Wednesday in open protest after the group’s president endorsed democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani for mayor, escalating a public fracture within one of the city’s most...

Northwest Colorado Innovation Center launches capital fund

The Northwest Colorado Innovation Center has launched a new “microlending revolving loan fund” to help entrepreneurs and small businesses in northwest Colorado, according to a news statement. The fund, called the Northwest Catalyst Capital, is...

DotLife podcast: Celebrating Boston's 'Legacy' businesses

This week's DotLife podcast episode features Aliesha Porcena, director of small business for the City of Boston, and Linda Dorcena Forry, co-publisher of The Reporter, a 2024 Legacy Business Award Winner, discussing the importance of small...

SBA opens low-interest loans to Western Alaska residents affected by storms

Officials with the federal Small Business Administration say Alaskan residents and businesses impacted by the heavy storms brought on by the remnants of Typhoon Halong can now apply for low-interest disaster loans. At a news conference in...

Despite record size, federal public service delivers poor service: CFIB study

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Canada New study shows small business reported dismal service from five Canadian departments, despite large growth in their employment rolls Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Photo by Tony Caldwell /Postmedia...

Finovate Podcast Interviews the Six FinovateFall Best of Show Winners

This week we’re sharing six interviews from the Finovate Podcast featuring the companies that won Best of Show at FinovateFall last month. From the latest innovations in the fight against fraud to leveraging AI to make it easier for small...

Students brainstorm market hub in SJ

A group of seventeen San Jose Staté University urban planning graduate students met on Tuesday to discuss the San José Flea Market and its ability to be a center for community for the city and a hub of opportunity for small businesses owners to...

LKF Marketing leader discusses growth challenges on SBAM podcast

Brian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official websiteBrian Calley President and Chief Executive Officer at Small Business Association of Michigan | Official website On the latest episode of...

Here are 6 ways the government shutdown could get worse for Americans

The government shutdown has left many federal workers furloughed, caused nationwide flight delays, left small businesses unable to access loans and put nonprofit services in jeopardy. It’s only expected to get worse. As Congress remains deadlocked...

CLARION CALL: Vote Goss for continued progress

OpinionOctober 29, 2025<October 27, 2025 As a longtime Hutchinson resident and small business owner, I’ve had a front row seat to how our city has grown, struggled, and adapted over the years. Running a business here means you see firsthand the...