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.
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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…
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Hello Alice Reveals Small Business Accelerator Expansion for 2024
The small businesses funding platform Hello Alice has announced expansions for its accelerator and Boost Camp programs. About the expansion: Hello Alice is partnering with enterprise partners to grow its Boost Camps accelerator programming. These programs include skill-building and grant opportunities for small businesses in the United States. Some current partners include Progressive Insurance, Antares…
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American Express to Acquire Tock from Squarespace
American Express is expanding its dining platform with not one but two acquisitions. About the acquisitions: Today, Amex announced that it will be acquiring the restaurant reservation service Tock from Squarespace (who purchased the company in 2021). The purchase is expected to be for $400 million in cash but is subject to closing conditions, customary…
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Visa Relaunches Small Business Rewards Platform SavingsEdge
Small business owners with Visa business cards can once again earn rewards via SavingsEdge. About the relaunched program: Visa has officially relaunched its SavingsEdge platform following a short hiatus. The updated tool includes some enhanced features, new offerings, and more. These changes are meant to “support smarter spending and saving.” According to Visa, the new…
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Wells Fargo Introduces Signify Business Cash Credit Card
Wells Fargo has launched a new business rewards credit card. About the Signify Business Cash Card: This week, Wells Fargo announced the debut of the Signify Business Cash World Elite Mastercard. With the card, business owners can earn 2% cash rewards on purchases with no cap. These rewards can then be redeemed for statement credits,…
