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Blinkist Review: What Is It and Is It Worth the Price?
Over the years, I’ve made an effort to read/listen to more finance books and review them (in fact, this year, I’ve renewed my goal to review at least one book a month here on the site). While that may seem simple enough, it means not only finding books that interest me but also finding the…
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U.S. Bank Launches All-in-One Small Business Checking Solution
A new account from U.S. Bank combines business checking features and payment acceptance. About U.S. Bank Business Essentials: Recently, U.S. Bank introduced its new U.S. Bank Business Essentials account. Billed as a premier all-in-one checking account for small businesses, this option allows businesses to accept card payments and get free same-day access to their funds,…
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Small Business Banking Platform Flex Raises $225 Million
A FinTech company that enables small business owners to manage their business and personal finances together has raised a new round of funding. About the round: Flex has just revealed that it has raised $225 million. This amount includes a $25 million Series A round as well as a $200 million credit facility from Victory…
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Survey: Majority of Small Businesses Optimistic About 2025
A new survey finds that many small business owners are feeling positively about the economic outlook for this year. About the survey results: According to a survey conducted by WSFS Bank, 60% of small businesses expect a slight or significant increase in revenues this year. This includes 16% who said they anticipated revenues to rise…
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2024 Small Business Saturday Spending Totals $22 Billion
The results from the 15th annual Small Business Saturday are in. About Small Business Saturday 2024 spending: With Small Business Saturday taking place on November 30th, the impact of this year’s event is now being seen. According to figures from American Express — the credit card issuer that founded Small Business Saturday in 2010 — consumers…
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Hello Alice Surpasses $50 Million in Small Business Grants
The platform Hello Alice has achieved a major milestone in its quest to boost small businesses. About the milestone and Hello Alice: Hello Alice has revealed that its grant programs have now provided more than $50 million to small businesses since 2020. As the platform notes, these various grant programs have provided funds to thousands…
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Equifax Launches Merchant Data Network for Small Businesses
Equifax is launching a new service meant to help small businesses and lenders. About the Merchant Data Network: This week, Equifax announced its new Merchant Data Network. This Equifax Cloud-based service combines the bureau’s commercial data with credit card transaction data to give lenders a better picture of a small business’s finances. According to Equifax,…
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Alibaba Launches Co-Branded Business Credit Card with Cardless
A mega-popular online retail site is introducing a co-branded business rewards credit card to the U.S. market. About the card: Alibaba and Cardless have unveiled the upcoming Alibaba.com Business Edge Credit Card. Currently, a waitlist for the card is available, with applications expected to open later this year. With the Alibaba.com Business Edge card, businesses…
