Small business optimism edged up in July, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). The NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index increased 0.6 point to 94.1 last month, recouping most of June’s decline, and was the fourth highest reading since December 2007, when the economy slipped into recession.
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The White House has launched a new Website designed to inform and educate business owners concerning the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. The Health Care Changes Wizard, which is part of BusinessUSA, the administration’s interagency information outlet for employers, asks employers to input their state, company size and current insurance plans. The Wizard delivers tailored information about changes under the law, important dates to remember, and the formulas for determining requirements and penalties.
SCORE, a source of free and confidential small business advice, announced that Jania Bailey, president and COO of FranNet, will be presented with the 2013 Lou Campanelli Award.
U.S. Cellular recognizes that small businesses represent a majority of America’s workforce and play a key role in driving the U.S. economy. To celebrate and show…
Independents Week is coming July 1-7, and it provides an opportunity to get your community engaged with your local businesses. Created by the American Independent Business…
Dear valued reader, This year marks our 25th anniversary serving the wholesale and retail merchandise industry, and I want to thank you for choosing us to…
By Ben T. Smith IV Shopping is a social activity that, in its earlier incarnations, was a bartering interaction, where negotiation and fairness were expected when…
Joanna Bradshaw shares key strategies to help independent retailers develop their competitive edge, one of the most important elements for success.
Six out of 10 small business owners say they believe social-media tools are valuable to their company’s growth.
While government regulations and business tax laws continue to concern independent retailers, some of the policies enacted in January are having a positive effect on small businesses and startups.