Small business owners are not satisfied with the current presidential candidates. But they could have a major impact on the outcome of the upcoming election. According to a recent survey from Goldman Sachs, 55 of small business owners who took part in the survey said they are dissatisfied with the way the candidates have addressed…
Amazon recently updated its policies related to selling certain dietary supplements on its platforms. Starting in April, dietary supplement products related to sexual enhancement, sports/bodybuilding, and weight management will need to be verified through a third-party testing organization. Supplement sellers have traditionally faced very few requirements in terms of safety testing and certification. But the…
Entrepreneurship has no age limits. One startup support organization in Pittsburgh is taking extra steps to foster creativity and business acumen in young people. Startable is a program of Innovation Works, a local startup organization that supports tech entrepreneurs throughout the community. This youth program offers an experience for students aged 13 through 18, providing…
Davis Owens, from Hamilton County, Ohio, has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in disabling emissions control systems on diesel trucks in violation of the Clean Air Act. Owens, 34, from Cleves, Ohio, will serve 30 days in prison, followed by seven months of home confinement and one year of supervised release. Owens, the…
Protecting kids is a worthy goal for any business. And that’s exactly what Life Saver Pool Fence aims to achieve with its line of protective pool equipment. Read more about the business and its mission in this week’s Small Business Spotlight. What the Business Does Sells pool safety equipment. President Eric Lupton told Small Business…
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds taxpayers that making energy-efficient updates to their homes can qualify them for home energy credits. Expanded by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, these credits provide significant incentives for homeowners to invest in energy improvements. Taxpayers can claim the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit and the Residential Clean Energy…
The Securities and Exchange Commission is considering a rule change that could make it easier for small businesses to raise money with crowdfunding. The Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee discussed the potential rule change at a recent meeting, though the change has not yet been officially approved. Basically, adopting the change would raise the…
Chase for Business has released its latest survey findings, showing that small business owners remain optimistic about future growth and are increasingly willing to invest in digital solutions. Positive Outlook Despite Challenges The survey, conducted among small business owners small business owners from different industries, looked to understand their challenges and expectations for growth in…
The latest quarterly earnings updates from major quick-service giants Yum! Brands, Starbucks and McDonald’s reflect ongoing adjustments in consumer behavior among the current economic environment. As reported by Fox Business, each company’s results highlight the differing impacts of market conditions on their global operations. The trends also suggest more consumers are opting to eat at…
A rise in shoplifting incidents is threatening small businesses across the U.S. For example, Baltimore County police were reportedly called to the same block as the now-closed Walmart in Towson over 300 times throughout 2023, as reported by Fox Baltimore. This represents a 149 percent increase between 2021 and 2024. Mohsin Ali, the owner of…