Women Are Driving a Major Shift in Entrepreneurship
The future of entrepreneurship may be less about building the next unicorn, and more about enabling millions of independent operators to build durable businesses on their own terms.
Small Business Uncertainty Hits a 13-Year High
New businesses still need banking, payments, insurance, shipping, SaaS, and operational support, but timing matters more than ever.
Q1 2026 Business Formation Intelligence Index (BFII)
Composite 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
The 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: Small Business Are Opting Out of Growth Capital
At first glance, that might suggest stability. In reality, it points to something else: hesitation. Businesses aren’t shutting down - but they’re pulling back:
Thursday Trends: Profits Are Up — But Demand Isn’t
The latest National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) data shows a disconnect you don’t usually see: Small businesses are reporting improved profits… while at the same time expecting weaker sales ahead.
Thursday Trends: Rising Cost Pressures Are Reshaping the Small Business Landscape
Rising import costs and tariffs are putting new pressure on small businesses across the U.S.
Thursday Trends: The $5 Trillion Ownership Shift
Over the next decade, the U.S. could experience one of the largest shifts in small-business ownership in history.
Thursday Trends: Q4-25 Was the Strongest 4th Quarter Since the Post-COVID Surge
1.40M new business applications in Q4 2025, up +24% YoY. Founder confidence is carrying into 2026 — here's why early engagement matters now.
Thursday Trends: Small-Metro America Is Back in Growth Mode
Indianapolis +361%, Columbus +200% — 2025 data shows small metros are driving America's new business boom. Here's what it means for your targeting.
Losses on one side – Leaps on the other
Whether you're selling software, services, financing, or logistics—these businesses aren’t just open to help. They’re actively looking for it.
New Professional & Technical Services Firms Are Launching Faster Than Ever
If your customers include new consultants, creatives, IT firms, service professionals, or technical specialists, this sector represents one of the most reliable and fast-growing sources of new demand.