Category: Small Business News
Running a small business comes with its own unique challenges and opportunities. Our small business news category delivers the latest intelligence to help you stay competitive and informed. Discover trending topics, emerging best practices, policy changes, and success stories from fellow entrepreneurs navigating the small business landscape. Whether you’re launching a startup or growing an established venture, this is your source for the news and insights you need to thrive.

Small Business News
Chase Launches Sapphire Reserve for Business Card
by Kyle Burbank
Alongside its major revamp of the personal Sapphire Reserve card, Chase has also debuted a new business version of the card. About the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business Card: After announcing the card last week, the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business card has now officially launched. Starting with the rewards, the card will earn 8x points on travel bookings made via Chase Travel. Beyond that, flights booked directly with airlines... 
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PNC Introduces Mobile Accept Payments for Small Businesses
by Kyle Burbank
A major U.S. bank is rolling out a new payment acceptance tool for "micro businesses." About PNC Mobile Accept: PNC Bank has announced the launch of its new PNC Mobile Accept. This platform, which is integrated into the PNC Mobile app, allows businesses to accept in-person credit and debit card payments. According to the Mobile Accept site, the new offering is designed for businesses processing less than $300,000 per year... 
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Survey Finds Nearly Half of Small Businesses Adjusting Strategies
by Kyle Burbank
Amid economic uncertainty, a new survey found that many small business owners are adjusting their strategies — with entrepreneurs in certain parts of the country more likely to be undergoing changes. About the Survey Results: According to a new survey from Chase for Business nearly half of small business owners across the nation are changing how they run their businesses in the face of economic challenges. Specifically, Chase focused on... 
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U.S. Bank Launches All-in-One Small Business Checking Solution
by Kyle Burbank
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, among other features. The new account doesn't have any monthly maintenance fees and allows for... 
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Small Business Banking Platform Flex Raises $225 Million
by Kyle Burbank
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 Park Capital. The equity portion was led by Titanium Ventures with Companyon Ventures, Florida Funders,... 
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Survey: Majority of Small Businesses Optimistic About 2025
by Kyle Burbank
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 significantly over the next 12 months. In contrast, only 2% of those surveyed expect a... 
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2024 Small Business Saturday Spending Totals $22 Billion
by Kyle Burbank
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 in the United States are projected to have spent $22 billion at independent shops and...