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U.S. Bank Debuts Small Business-Focused Visa Card
February 02, 2026

U.S. Bank has introduced a Visa-backed credit card designed for small business owners. 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....

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Credibly Snags New Patent to Scale SMB Financing Platform
January 28, 2026

Credibly has announced a new patent to help it underwrite loans for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), according to a Wednesday (Jan. 28) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Eight in 10 Small Businesses Want Credit and on Their Terms
January 23, 2026

Small businesses are sending lenders the message that credit is broadly within reach, so the real fight is over flexibility and control. 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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Federal Reserve Opens Door to Main Street’s Post-Check Payments Future
January 20, 2026

The so-called “modern” paper check has been around for centuries. Before the United States ever gained its independence, the Bank of England in 1717 was using pre-printed forms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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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...