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There are more than 30 million small businesses in the U.S., employing nearly half of the entire American workforce. Through their resilience, drive, and creativity, these small businesses fuel the American economy. They build careers, power innovations, and serve communities across the country.
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- Here’s What You Need to Know About the CFPB’S Small Business Data CollectionThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is preparing to collect new data from small businesses applying for credit. The new requirements come with privacy concerns and could make access to credit costlier.Learn More
- Shopping Small Benefits More Than Just Local BusinessesAll signs point to high consumer demand this holiday season and this year is more important than ever to shop small. But shoppers should spend their dollars with kindness and understanding as small businesses face unique challenges in the wake of the pandemic.Learn More
- The High Cost of the Reconciliation Bill for Small BusinessesSome provisions being discussed for inclusion in the reconciliation bill could increase costs, punish entrepreneurs, and create unnecessary fines that small businesses cannot afford.Learn More
Small Business Owners Are Optimistic Despite Labor Shortages and Supply Chain Challenges Ahead of the Holidays
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More than three in four small business owners are optimistic about the future of their business, according to a new U.S. Chamber poll, but supply chain disruptions persist.
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The Chamber’s Small Business Council supports and fights for policies that keep Main Street businesses thriving and workforce vibrant. This includes advocating for a tax and regulatory environment that helps—not hurts—small business owners to create jobs and serve our communities and economy.
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Experts share ways for entrepreneurs to plan for their financial future, especially in the post-pandemic world, including better understanding revenue drivers and knowing the power of investments.
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Mar 03, 2022Special Report on Inflation and Supply Chain Shocks on Small BusinessThe latest Small Business Index findings from the U.S. Chamber and MetLife show that concern for inflation is soaring. Concerns around supply chain disruptions has intensified, too.
Mar 02, 2022Spiraling Inflation Is Small Businesses’ Top Concern According to New SurveyInflation is, by far, the top concern for small businesses in Q1 2022, according to new data from a MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce report.
- Feb 22, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on S. 2657, the “Northern Mariana Islands Entrepreneurship Act of 2021"
This Hill letter was sent to Senator Mazie K. Hirono supporting S. 2657, the “Northern Mariana Islands Entrepreneurship Act of 2021.”
- Feb 04, 2022U.S. Chamber Letter on H.R. 3438, the “Northern Mariana Islands Entrepreneurship Act of 2021”
This Hill letter was sent to Delegate Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan, Representative Andrew Garbarino, Representative Kaiali'i Kahele, and Delegate Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen, supporting H.R. 3438, the “Northern Mariana Islands Entrepreneurship Act of 2021.”
- Feb 02, 2022Coalition Letter on Reauthorization of Small Business Programs
The Chamber signed on to this Coalition letter, which was sent to Congressional leadership urging reauthorization of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
Jan 31, 2022How One Small Business Is Finding Workers in a Tight Job MarketWyoming Machine is offering flexible work schedules, a benefit rarely seen in manufacturing, to attract and retain talent during the worker shortage.
Jan 31, 2022Small Businesses Are Still Grappling with Supply Chain DisruptionsSmall business is bearing the brunt of supply chain challenges caused by worker shortages and delays. Nearly two in three small businesses have had to alter their supply chains in the past six months, according to the Q4 2021 U.S. Chamber and MetLife Small Business Index.
- Dec 14, 2021Small Business Index Reaches Pandemic-Era High as Small Business Optimism Overcomes Uncertainty
Small business owners’ optimism around hiring and investment plans led to a pandemic-era high score of 63 for the MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index. At the same time, 74% of small business owners are concerned about the impact of inflation.
Dec 13, 2021Small Business Owners Are Optimistic Despite Labor Shortages and Supply Chain Challenges Ahead of the HolidaysMore than three in four small business owners are optimistic about the future of their business, according to a new U.S. Chamber poll, but supply chain disruptions persist.