Small Business Uncertainty Hits a 13-Year High
crossadmin2026-06-08T18:28:04+00:00New businesses still need banking, payments, insurance, shipping, SaaS, and operational support, but timing matters more than ever.
BFII – Q1 2026
crossadmin2026-08-12T21:07:23+00:00The Business Formation Intelligence Index (BFII) provides a structured view of U.S. business formation, analyzing the level, composition, and momentum of new business based on analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data.
Q1 2026 Business Formation Intelligence Index (BFII)
crossadmin2026-05-08T20:04:44+00:00Composite BFII reached 152.5 in Q1 2026, remaining elevated on a trailing basis. Momentum showed signs of moderation, while underlying formation measures continued to diverge.
Rising SMB Failures Haven’t Slowed New Business Formation
crossadmin2026-05-08T19:28:42+00:00The expectation would be that new business formation slows in response. It hasn't. New business formations are still growing +9.5% YoY, continuing a multi-year trend of elevated startup activity.
Thursday Trends: The New Wave of American Entrepreneurship Isn’t Optional
crossadmin2026-10-19T20:24:34+00:00More than 5 million Americans started a business last year, but this isn’t just another surge in entrepreneurship. It’s a shift in why people are starting.