Articles for Small Businesses

What changes should small businesses be aware of for 2025?
2 days ago

What changes should small businesses be aware of for 2025?

Associated Press  

For small businesses, the biggest change in the new year will be the arrival of a presumably more business-friendly administration in Washington. Among them: changes to state-level overtime and minimum wage rules, the delayed federal FinCEN registration, taxes on payments from third-party providers like Venmo and PayPal, and anything that might affect inflation, including tariffs. “What we’ve seen for the …

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WhatsApp Bharat Yatra: Meta-owned messaging platform launches initiative for small businesses across India
1 week, 5 days ago

WhatsApp Bharat Yatra: Meta-owned messaging platform launches initiative for small businesses across India

Live Mint  

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has launched a nationwide initiative, WhatsApp Bharat Yatra, to provide in-person training to small businesses on how to leverage the app’s tools for digital growth and business success. Building Entrepreneurial Capabilities Ravi Garg, Director of Business Messaging at Meta India, emphasised the programme’s importance, stating: “WhatsApp Bharat Yatra is our commitment to helping these businesses unlock …

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WhatsApp launches 'Bharat Yatra' to empower small businesses across India
1 week, 5 days ago

WhatsApp launches 'Bharat Yatra' to empower small businesses across India

Hindustan Times  

WhatsApp has launched the "WhatsApp Bharat Yatra," a first-of-its-kind nationwide initiative designed to train in person small businesses on using the platform to grow and connect with customers. The mobile bus tour will cover key business hubs in Haryana's Gurugram, Uttar Pradesh's Noida, and eventually other cities like Agra, Lucknow, Indore in Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat's Ahmedabad. 'Small businesses backbone …

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Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping season
1 week, 5 days ago

Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping season

Associated Press  

The holiday shopping season is underway, and this year small businesses have less time to capitalize on the busy shopping period. AP AUDIO: Small businesses plan events, start marketing earlier to deal with shorter holiday shopping season AP correspondent Mae Anderson reports on Small Business Monitor-Shopping Season. Roberta Perry, owner of ScrubzBody Skin Care Products shop in Farmingdale, N.Y., said …

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Young, small Dutch businesses circumventing sanctions against Russia
1 week, 6 days ago

Young, small Dutch businesses circumventing sanctions against Russia

NL Times  

Dutch exports to Russia have decreased significantly since the European Union sanctioned the country for invading Ukraine. But there are indications that particularly young small are circumventing the sanctions by exporting to intermediary countries, Statistics Netherlands and the University of Groningen reported after investigating Dutch exports of sanctioned goods. According to CBS, these companies may be circumventing the sanctions by …

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‘The interaction and banter local shops provide is priceless’: Small businesses gear up for their own version of Black Friday
2 weeks, 2 days ago

‘The interaction and banter local shops provide is priceless’: Small businesses gear up for their own version of Black Friday

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Small Business Saturday started after the 2008 financial crisis, …

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Rachel Reeves tells small business owner: ‘We are trying to help’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Rachel Reeves tells small business owner: ‘We are trying to help’

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chancellor Rachel Reeves told a shop owner the Government was …

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Teal MPs push for changes to 'small business' definition as election looms
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Teal MPs push for changes to 'small business' definition as election looms

ABC  

Teal MPs are proposing to cut "red tape" for smaller businesses in a pitch to owners, as a federal election looms. The independents who signed the letter were: Allegra Spender Kate Chaney Kylea Tink Zali Steggall Helen Haines Monique Ryan Sophie Scamps Zoe Daniel In practice, it would mean businesses now classified as "small" could delay implementing right to disconnect …

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Opinion: How Starbucks became my coffee shop of last resort
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Opinion: How Starbucks became my coffee shop of last resort

LA Times  

I’ve always had an ambivalent relationship with Starbucks. The company’s new chief executive recently sketched out a rescue plan that includes eliminating upcharges for nondairy milk, simplifying menu options to speed up orders and a return to writing customers’ names on cups. But it’s going to take a whole lot more than markers to win back customers like me, who …

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I'm a multi-millionaire... here are the secrets wealthy people don't want you to know
2 weeks, 4 days ago

I'm a multi-millionaire... here are the secrets wealthy people don't want you to know

Daily Mail  

A multi-millionaire entrepreneur has revealed the hidden secrets that wealthy people don't want you to know. Codie Sanchez is a former Goldman Sachs employee who went from working a nine-to-five to being her own boss - and she has now shared her top tips to being financially free Codie explained: 'Have you ever felt like you'll never make enough money? …

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The best UK high streets for independent shops, revealed
3 weeks, 5 days ago

The best UK high streets for independent shops, revealed

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. This street is filled with independent shops and small businesses, such as independent jeweller and gift shop Murano Silver, with …

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Credit cards: How can small businesses cut down on merchant fees for transactions?
4 weeks ago

Credit cards: How can small businesses cut down on merchant fees for transactions?

Live Mint  

Using a credit card is considered convenient, but not a free service. Apart from annual fees, joining fees, etc., credit cards also include merchant fees, which are fees charged to businesses. Minimum limit: Always try to set a purchase limit on credit card sales to avoid paying higher merchant fees. Factors affecting merchant fees Type of business: Some businesses will …

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Empowering small fashion brands with more sustainable logistics
1 month ago

Empowering small fashion brands with more sustainable logistics

The Independent  

The UK’s fashion and textile industry is one of the most respected in the world. But despite this influence, the sector faces several challenges, especially small and emerging fashion businesses that must juggle creativity with economic pressures and increasing demands for sustainable practices. Report, which assessed 250 of the biggest fashion brands, found Scope 3 emissions are on the rise …

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India’s digital public infrastructure: A catalyst for innovation and competition
1 month ago

India’s digital public infrastructure: A catalyst for innovation and competition

Live Mint  

Some scholars and practitioners have argued that digital public infrastructure could lead to monopolization and stifle private innovation by creating large government-controlled platforms that overshadow private players. In India, DPI initiatives like UPI and Aadhaar are examples of the state taking a lead in technological development, enabling private-sector growth and innovation. This is precisely what DPI is designed to do—broaden …

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This Massachusetts shop is offering free coffee for patrons who come in dancing
1 month ago

This Massachusetts shop is offering free coffee for patrons who come in dancing

CNN  

CNN — A coffee shop in Middleborough, Massachusetts, went viral overnight for offering free coffee to customers who entered the shop while dancing. Coffee Milano Cafe Inspired by a similar promotion by a pizza shop, Rashid posted a sign telling customers they would receive a free coffee if they danced for five seconds. Rashid told CNN that the cafe’s TikTok …

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Top 5 small business credit cards with the best rewards programs in 2024
1 month ago

Top 5 small business credit cards with the best rewards programs in 2024

Live Mint  

A business credit card is convenient for small businesses to finance their venture. Citi Corporate credit card Citibank Corporate credit card caters to businesses by providing exclusive benefits and rewards for business expenses. ICICI Bank Business Advantage Black credit card This business credit card by ICICI Bank provides cashback on business expenses such as renting cars, travel and professional services. …

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Alan Jones arrested
1 month ago

Alan Jones arrested

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: Hello and welcome to The World Today. Rachel Mealey: That's New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb. Now it wants to protect people's right to use cash and Treasurer Jim Chalmers says they're planning to enforce a legal cash mandate with new legislation. Mitch McPherson: We're a not-for-profit that's been around for nearly 12 years and need to …

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Philadelphia criticized for how it's spending millions from opioid lawsuits
1 month ago

Philadelphia criticized for how it's spending millions from opioid lawsuits

NPR  

Philadelphia criticized for how it's spending millions from opioid lawsuits toggle caption Solmaira Valerio Ever since moving in five years ago, Tiffany has been unable to open her house's windows. Over a third of that pot, $7.5 million, was set aside specifically for Kensington, and divided into five "buckets" — for parks, schools, home repairs, rent relief, and support for …

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Small businesses are hurting at the worst possible time
1 month ago

Small businesses are hurting at the worst possible time

CNN  

Washington CNN — Enjou Chocolat, a small business in Morristown, New Jersey, is still feeling the pain of inflation these days — from soaring cocoa prices to increased labor expenses. Like everyday consumers, small businesses have also felt inflation’s wrath over the years — and they remain angry about it, according to monthly surveys from the National Federation of Independent …

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Small businesses ramp-up cybersecurity adoption, thanks to AI
1 month, 1 week ago

Small businesses ramp-up cybersecurity adoption, thanks to AI

Live Mint  

Small businesses are ramping up adoption of managed cybersecurity services to take on an increasing volume of cyber threats, with security providers using artificial intelligence to reduce the cost of their services. While scaling-down of costs is being done thanks to AI helping automate threat monitoring and alerts, the rising adoption is also helping cybersecurity providers increase their marketable base …

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‘Just pure uncertainty.’ Small businesses are hopeful and fearful ahead of Trump’s second term
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Just pure uncertainty.’ Small businesses are hopeful and fearful ahead of Trump’s second term

CNN  

CNN — Family-run furniture and barware maker Barrel-Art has now been through three US presidential elections. “I think business owners don’t know how much of what they’ve heard from the president-elect on the campaign is real, how much is going to actually happen and how much he can do,” Arensmeyer said. Courtesy IDC Although her business plays a critical role …

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Small businesses can capitalize on Small Business Saturday with some planning
1 month, 1 week ago

Small businesses can capitalize on Small Business Saturday with some planning

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Small Business Saturday — the Saturday after Thanksgiving — is coming up. American Express introduced a marketing promotion called “Small Business Saturday” 15 years ago. It has been co- So how can small businesses capitalize on the Saturday — and the rest of the weekend? Many communities offer a map of local retailers for customers on Small …

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Veterans face challenges starting small businesses but there are plenty of resources to help
1 month, 1 week ago

Veterans face challenges starting small businesses but there are plenty of resources to help

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Many veterans who’ve started small businesses tell a similar story: Their military service prepared them mentally for the task, but they were at a disadvantage when it came to the financial part. “Vetrepreneurs” – veterans that start small businesses or startups -- own nearly 2 million small businesses that employ 5.5 million people in the U.S., according …

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How NBBL's Bharat Connect aims to streamline B2B payments for small businesses
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How NBBL's Bharat Connect aims to streamline B2B payments for small businesses

Live Mint  

Mumbai: After establishing a strong presence in the retail payments ecosystem, NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited is now developing an interlinked payments platform for small businesses. "That's where the entire thought process got seeded in so as to ask if we can do something to solve the B2B collection problem, which exists across countries," Chaturvedi said, adding that the idea was …

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