Small Business June 1, 2026
CEO Confidence Trends Downward in Q1 2026 as Geopolitical Uncertainty Returns
Just over half (51%) of CEOs plan to increase headcount in the year ahead, down from 57% in Q4 2025.
Technology May 29, 2025
Acumatica Set to Be Acquired By Vista Equity Partners
The Washington-based ERP provider said on May 29 it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Vista Equity Partners, the global investment firm that purchased Avalara in 2022.
Small Business May 29, 2025
Trump’s Global Tariffs Deemed Illegal, Blocked by U.S. Trade Court
The U.S. Court of International Trade in Manhattan issued a ruling Wednesday siding with Democratic-led states and a group of small businesses that argued Trump had wrongfully invoked an emergency law to justify some of his levies.
Small Business May 29, 2025
How to Cut Spending Without Cutting Out Small Businesses
A majority of small businesses have cited financial uncertainty as the biggest challenge they're facing. Amid these pressures and their own financial concerns, consumers want to do their part.
Technology May 28, 2025
Emburse Launches Travel and Expense Analytics Solution
Emburse's new solution for travel and expense analytics is designed to help businesses optimize spend, enforce compliance, and unlock insights that drive smarter decision making.
Technology May 28, 2025
Paycom Enhances AI-Powered Ask Here Tool
Paycom has enhanced its Ask Here tool, which uses artificial intelligence to produce answers to employee questions, reducing response times and administrative burdens for businesses.
Small Business May 27, 2025
Hidden Gaps in Crime Insurance Can Devastate a Balance Sheet
Fraud is not just a security risk; it's a financial reality. And whether your organization can withstand it often hinges on whether your crime insurance policy covers what you think it does.
Payroll May 27, 2025
U.S. Consumer Confidence Jumps Most in Four Years on Trade Truce
The Conference Board's gauge of confidence increased by 12.3 points to 98, marking the biggest monthly gain in four years.
Payroll May 27, 2025
10 States With the Highest and Lowest Job Vacancy Growth Rates
A study from Keller Executive Search looks at job vacancy trends, comparing the job openings rate from 2019 through 2024 to shed light on the states with booming job markets and those facing hiring challenges.
Payroll May 27, 2025
5 Situations Where Politeness is Sabotaging Your Career
Sometimes being more direct at work is not just appropriate but necessary for workplace success. Here are five tell-tale signs that it's time to be more direct at work.
Taxes May 27, 2025
Ryan Launches Task Force to Help Businesses Navigate Tax Implications of Tariffs
The Dallas-based tax services firm has formed a specialized tariff task force to help clients navigate the complex and often hidden tax implications of recent and proposed tariff changes under the Trump administration.
Small Business May 27, 2025
Business Travel to the U.S. is Taking a Big Hit
Business travel to the U.S. from Europe is also down under President Donald Trump, as international opinion of the country tanks and foreign companies take their business elsewhere.
Small Business May 23, 2025
New Home Sales Show Consumers Have Reached Their Limits
Financially, stubbornly high mortgage rates have contributed to housing affordability holding at the worst level in 30 years.