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Survey: Two-Thirds of Small Businesses Expecting Recession

A new survey from Nationwide finds that small businesses in the U.S. are increasingly growing concerned about the economy — even as they continue to roll back pandemic-era cost-cutting measures. The survey results: Headlining Nationwide's survey is the fact that 68% of respondents stated that they expected a recession to hit within the next six months. What's more, of those small businesses who anticipated a recession, 71% predict that it...
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Report: 60% of Amazon Sales Come From Independent Sellers

The Internet's everything store Amazon has released a new report highlighting the impact that small businesses and independent sellers on the site had in 2022. From the report: According to Amazon's latest Small Business Empowerment Report, 60% of the site's sales come from independent businesses. Amazon notes that "most" of these independent sellers are small to medium-sized businesses, but did not offer a special breakdown. In any case, the site...

FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...
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Barclays Reveals Winners of Third "Small Business Big Wins"

Earlier this year, Barclays announced that it was launching its third annual "Small Business Big Wins" promotion — which was also set to be its largest yet. After the bank selected 10 finalists, the public had the chance to vote for the business they thought should take the top prize. Now, just in time for National Small Business Week, Barclays has revealed the slate of winners. With the results of...
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Square Launches Tap to Pay on Android for Small Businesses

For years, Square has been synonymous with their mobile card readers that allowed small businesses to turn their cell phones into point-of-sale registers. Now, the company is introducing a new feature that will make it even easier for entrepreneurs to accept payments on the go. As of this week, Square's Tap to Pay feature is now available for Android users, allowing them to securely accept contactless payments on their device...
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Hello Alice Introduces Small Business Health Score Tool

A FinTech that helps small business access capital is introducing a new tool. This week, Hello Alice announced the debut of the Business Health Score. Available to Hello Alice platform users, this new score is the first product to come from the Equitable Access Program, which finds the brand partnering with Global Entrepreneurship Network, as well as Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Mastercard, and the Kauffman Foundation. Hello Alice's Business Health Score...
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Amex, Main Street America Announce $2.3 Million in Grants

As small business owners across the country continue to face a number of economic and other challenges American Express and Main Street America are teaming up to offer some relief. This week, the latest edition of “Backing Small Businesses” grant program was announced, with more than $2.3 million available to small business recipients. Eligible business owners can now apply for a chance to received a $5,000 grant. These funds can...
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Robinhood Introduces National Freelancer Day and Contest

The well-known (albeit controversial) investment app Robinhood has introduced a new holiday. Last week, the FinTech announced National Freelancer Day. Although the United Kingdom has established a similar celebration for June 16th, Robinhood has designated March 10th for the United States's honoring of freelance workers. Although the first annual holiday itself has now passed, a contest accompanying the celebration is still accepting applications. This contest will see 500 freelancers being...
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FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...
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Student Loan Benefit FinTech Summer Raises $6 Million

For years, student debt has been one of the most talked about financial topics. What's more, while the debt itself has become a major part of many Americans' lives, discussion of student loans has become political due to efforts to forgive certain loan repayments. However, while we wait for resolution on that front, a FinTech that brings student debt benefit solutions to employers and consumers has raised a new round...
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Health and Wellness Rewards Card Ness Partners with Whole30

In recent years, several unique rewards cards have come to market. These include offerings from FinTech startups as well as brands looking to do something special for their loyal fans. On that note, a recently-announced rewards credit card offering is now working with a popular brand to introduce new benefits for customers. This week, the Ness Card (which is issued by The Bank of Missouri) unveiled a new partnership with...
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Choice Hotels, Wells Fargo Debut Choice Privileges Select Card

With spring well underway and the summer travel season now just around the corner, Choice Hotels and Wells Fargo have unveiled their latest co-branded credit card offering. Today, the two companies announced the Choice Privileges Select Mastercard. Carrying an annual fee of $95, this card will serve as the premium option in the hotel brand's new lineup. Looking at the Choice Privileges Select, it offers a mix of rewards categories....
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Imprint Launches Credit Cards from H-E-B and Central Market 

The FinTech Imprint is partnering with the popular Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B for a pair of new rewards credit cards. This week saw the launch of the H-E-B Visa Signature Credit Card as well as the Central Market Visa Signature Credit Card. With these two (nearly identical) options, customers will be able to earn rewards on groceries and beyond. First, both versions of the card earn up to 5% back on select...