Main Street Smbs news and trends

Main Street SMBs Tap Online Channels to Drive Business Growth
SMBs // February 28, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to an eCommerce economy, with historically high sales in 2020 and 2021. As a result, most Main Street small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States now recognize the importance of eCommerce for their business growth and...

72% of Main Street SMBs Prioritize Ease of Use When Selecting Payment Processor
SMBs // January 05, 2024

Whether it’s a quaint local shop, a cozy diner, or a busy salon, payment processors form the backbone of financial operations for small- t0 medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States.  These processors play a pivotal role, streamlining the payment journey as well as enabling...

eCommerce Fuels 2024 Optimism for Main Street Small Businesses
SMBs // December 20, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to an eCommerce economy, resulting in historically high sales in 2020 and 2021. Almost all small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) on Main Street see eCommerce as crucial for the sustainability and viability of their presence in the marketplace. More...

59% of Small Businesses Would Switch to Cheaper Payment Processors
SMBs // September 29, 2023

Small to midsized businesses (SMBs) on Main Street, U.S.A., view their payment processors favorably. With 85% of SMBs satisfied with their processor, those seeking to expand their client base must go above and beyond table stakes features and functionality to capture business from incumbents. In...

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Main Street SMBs Tap Online Channels to Drive Business Growth

February 28, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to an eCommerce economy, with historically high sales in 2020 and 2021. As a result, most Main Street small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States now recognize the importance of eCommerce for their business growth and sustainability.   In fact, nearly eight in 10 Main Street SMBs […]

eCommerce Fuels 2024 Optimism for Main Street Small Businesses

December 20, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to an eCommerce economy, resulting in historically high sales in 2020 and 2021. Almost all small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) on Main Street see...

59% of Small Businesses Would Switch to Cheaper Payment Processors

September 29, 2023
Small to midsized businesses (SMBs) on Main Street, U.S.A., view their payment processors favorably. With 85% of SMBs satisfied with their processor, those seeking to expand their client base must...

Main Street Hospitality SMBs Most Optimistic About the Economy

August 23, 2023
Across the United States, ongoing fears that the economy may still be running too hot remain elevated, with most Main Street small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) fearing the worst. The...

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Fed Adjusts Main Street Lending Terms To Help Small Businesses

October 30, 2020
The Federal Reserve Board has modified the terms of the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP)  to make it more obtainable for smaller businesses, according to a Fed statement on Friday (Oct. 30). Smaller businesses are financially struggling due to the pandemic and extended revenue shortfalls could affect the millions of workers they employ, the Fed […]