Small Business

Trump’s Dismantling of Minority Business Agency Could Hinder Job Growth

Supporters of the agency said its gutting could hurt minority-owned businesses that already face additional barriers to gaining capital.

By Madeleine Ngo

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As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It Hurts

The central bank’s outreach to companies has taken on new significance as the outlook for growth and inflation gets cloudier.

By Colby Smith

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How Small Restaurants Are Dealing With Record Egg Prices

Mom-and-pop businesses are trying to adapt to the soaring cost of eggs. The owners of four egg-centric restaurants across the country show how they are coping with this threat to their livelihoods.

By Martha C. White

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The Russell 2000 Index Is Flashing Economic Warning Signs

The Russell 2000, which includes small companies that are more sensitive to downdrafts in the economy than those in the S&P 500, appears likely to enter a bear market.

By Joe Rennison