Economy Inflation remains a major problem for small businesses: survey Overall, all small employers reported inflation was impacting their business to varying degrees. StaffApril 26, 2022
Legislature Ainsworth announces Alabama small business commission legislative package The package includes tax cuts, tax exemptions, paperwork reductions, and other adjustments that benefit both small business employers and employees. StaffFebruary 4, 2022
Economy Poll: Small businesses having tougher time finding workers than in June Some 49 percent of small businesses actively hiring state it's hard to find potential employees with the skills required, a jump from only 34... John H. GlennOctober 29, 2021
Legislature House passes funding for businesses in rural, impoverished communities The legislation would create a fund where small businesses in rural or impoverished areas can find access to capital. Brandon MoseleyApril 21, 2021
Economy Small businesses showing signs of recovery, study says Two-thirds of small business owners say they will be able to survive the next year under current economic conditions. Micah DanneyFebruary 8, 2021
Economy BCA, CCAA name 2020 small businesses of the year This year, 44 businesses were chosen as finalists for these prestigious awards. StaffJanuary 25, 2021
Economy Small business optimism declined sharply last month: survey Expectations for the next six months are increasingly dim, according to the latest report by the National Federation of Independent Business. Micah DanneyJanuary 18, 2021
Economy Survey: One in four small businesses will close if conditions don’t improve soon The number is up 5 percent from a survey conducted last month StaffDecember 16, 2020
Health Survey: Alabama small businesses still hurting due to COVID-19 At least half said they would need more financial relief to fully recover. Eddie BurkhalterOctober 13, 2020
Congress Palmer supports legislation making unused PPP funds available to small businesses There is an estimated $137 billion remaining in the Payroll Protection Program that could be immediately available to small businesses. Brandon MoseleySeptember 28, 2020