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Building A Base Of True Capital
April 21, 2020

Noting that customer loyalty was a critical factor for restaurants that survived the 2008 market crash, Paytronix CEO Andrew Robbins told PYMNTS, “When the current black swan finally departs and restaurants begin to reopen, we hope those that truly invested in developing strong relationships will...

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Main Street ‘Cash Chasm’ Too Deep For Many SMBs
April 21, 2020

It’s been two weeks since the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) began accepting applications for emergency aid, and as of April 16, the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) $349 billion coronavirus relief fund was already exhausted, while borrowers and lenders await word of further appropriations. Get the...

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Gaming The Odds Of The (Post Pandemic) Return Of Sports
April 21, 2020

The stands are almost empty. The die-hardest of the die-hard fans are sitting 12 feet apart, observing the mandatory three-chair spacing rule. The roar of the crowd piped in to amp up the players. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Georgia Looks At Reopening Some Businesses This Week
April 20, 2020

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp isn’t wasting time when it comes to reopening businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, aiming to reopen many types of retailers by Friday (April 24), according to the Associated Press. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Marriott Plans For Reopening And Keeping Guests, Workers Safe From COVID-19
April 20, 2020

Arne Sorenson, Marriott International Inc.’s CEO, said the deadly coronavirus pandemic will change the experience of staying in a hotel — at least temporarily — according to a report by Bloomberg. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Latest COVID Poll: Health Before Wealth
April 20, 2020

Existential fear outweighs economic anxiety for most consumers, as governments, companies and workers continue to grapple with the ongoing impacts of COVID-19. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Melissa Offers Free Verification Solutions To Essential Businesses
April 20, 2020

Melissa, a California identity verification solution firm, has offered to provide free address authentication services to companies working through the COVID-19 pandemic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Grab CEO To Investors: We’re Facing ‘Tough Decisions’
April 20, 2020

The CEO of Grab Holdings Inc. told investors the coronavirus is creating major challenges for the Singapore ride-hailing and food delivery company, according to a Bloomberg report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Restaurants Seek More Aid As April Losses Could Top $50B
April 20, 2020

With U.S. restaurants facing prospects of losing an estimated $240 billion by year’s end, the industry has asked Congress for more financial aid as the coronavirus continues to take its toll. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...