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US Small Businesses Expect Improved Conditions for 2026
January 13, 2026

Despite concerns about taxes and supply chains, American small business owners are optimistic about 2026. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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Why SMBs Can’t Afford Cash Flow Blind Spots as Bankruptcies Hit 15-Year High
January 12, 2026

When small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) fail, the postmortem can often fixate on a single cause. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

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Biller Genie Raises $22 Million to Expand AR Automation Platform for Small Businesses
January 07, 2026

Biller Genie raised $22 million in a Series B funding round to expand its cloud-based accounts receivable (AR) automation platform for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Hugimals Founder Credits Growth to AI, Payments and Amazon Store
January 07, 2026

Artificial intelligence-powered tools and commerce platforms are expanding the reach of small retailers, pulling niche, mission-driven products into the mainstream without requiring massive headcount or capital. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Experian Adds Commercial Data to Ascend Lender Platform
January 05, 2026

Experian made its commercial data information available through its Ascend platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Economic Pressure Pushes Small Businesses to Demand Faster Paydays
December 30, 2025

Small- to medium-sized businesses are preparing for another year shaped by economic pressure, uneven consumer demand and tighter margins, forcing a more disciplined approach to how they operate and grow. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Embedded Finance Becomes a Competitive Equalizer for Small Business
December 26, 2025

Embedded finance made its mark as a capability advantage for large retailers and digital-native platforms. By streamlining checkout, offering branded payment products and monetizing customer relationships, mid-market and enterprise retailers were able to scale their digital operations and drive a competitive moat. Get the Full...

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PayPal to Deepen Small Business Lending Push With PayPal Bank
December 15, 2025

PayPal said it is ready to venture deeper into small business lending. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Square Pilots Cash Rounding Functionality After Penny Production Ends
December 15, 2025

Square is piloting a cash rounding functionality with sellers in the United States to help them deal with the end of the penny. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...