Small Business

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September 21, 2020 

How Will the Halloween Retail Season Be During COVID?

Like many holidays this year, Americans are planning to celebrate Halloween despite the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The autumnal holiday may look a little different this year, but consumers are finding ways to safely mark the occasion.

Retailers

September 21, 2020 

Retail Sales Increased in August

Retail sales continued to recover from the coronavirus pandemic in August, showing a gradual improvement from July and larger gains year-over-year, according to the latest report from the National Retail Federation. “While August retail sales numbers were a bit mixed, we believe the consumer is resilient and is in good shape as we head into...…

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September 20, 2020 

Home Values Growing in Most U.S. Markets

Nationwide, demand continues to outpace supply. Homes continue to fly off the market at a record pace and inventory is contracting, according to the most recent Zillow weekly housing market data. Listings' typical time on the market was 14 days, as of ...

PPP Paycheck Protection Program

September 17, 2020 

AICPA Urges Extending and Expanding PPP Program

While the PPP proved to be an effective bridge for many companies affected by workplace restrictions due to the pandemic, more resources are urgently needed to help Main Street businesses that continue to struggle.

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September 14, 2020 

Despite Covid, Imports Increase Ahead of Holidays

Imports surged to unexpected high levels this summer and may have hit a new record as the U.S. economy continues to reopen and retailers stock up for the holiday season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report ...

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September 11, 2020 

CEO Pay Increased by 5.5%

The analysis found total earned pay for S&P 1500 CEOs increased 5.5% at the median in 2019, a sharp drop from a 13.7% jump in the previous year. The increase marks the smallest rise since a 2.2% increase in 2016.

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September 11, 2020 

Small Businesses Still Being Shocked by Coronavirus

The Small Business Pulse Survey, launched on a weekly basis in mid-May, looks at issues such as employment, revenue and supply chain disruptions. In the survey’s first nine weeks, it found pervasive difficulties with business operations and ...

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September 8, 2020 

Back-to-School Gen Z Shoppers Targeted by Scammers

In recent years, discount, vintage, and second-hand fashion buying apps targeted at Gen Z and Millennial customers with names like Depop, Poshmark, ThreadUp, and LetGo have been growing in popularity. These apps typically connect buyers and sellers of ...