The Fed held interest rates at 7.5% for nine months, but a 0.25% cut is expected due to a weakening economy.

The Federal Reserve made a key move for the first time in terms of interest rate cuts since the outbreak of the hyper-inflationary period following the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Federal Reserve has announced that interest rate cuts are on the horizon in Q4 2024. What does this means for small business credit rates?

An article released by ZeroHedge highlights the concerning rise, in credit card delinquency rates, which have reached their levels in over a decade surpassing 3%. As consumers face challenges with increasing costs and debt burdens banks are becoming more cautious and getting approved for a new line of credit is getting harder.

Colorado is famously home to a thriving craft beer scene, with breweries popping up in all corners of the state. As these small businesses continue growing and innovating, they’ve become a major economic driver that supports local communities.

Thriving as a Small Business in Texas’ Fiercely Competitive Market

While corporations often dominate the headlines, it is actually small businesses that drive job creation in the Lone Star State. Recent data highlights the significant contribution of Texas' thriving small business community to the state's economy and employment growth.

The New York economy has been a major engine of growth and opportunity for small businesses for decades. However, recent data shows slowing statewide GDP and employment growth along with rising costs.

Service-based businesses in Florida's thriving economy face financing challenges, but opportunities abound.

The small business landscape in Florida is currently thriving, fueled by low interest rates, government incentives, and a strong tourism economy. Florida has become one of the best states in the U.S. to start and grow a small business.

The recent failure of Heartland Tri-State Bank in Kansas highlights ongoing challenges for small community banks.

Navigating Tighter Lending Conditions for Your Small Business

The Small Business Optimism Index experienced a decline of 0.8 points in March, reaching a value of 90.1. This marks the 15th consecutive month that the index has remained below the 49-year average of 98. According to the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), small business owners continue to face challenges, with inflation being a significant concern for 24% of them. Additionally, there is a prevailing pessimism about future economic conditions, as indicated by the net negative 47% of small business owners who expect improved business conditions in the next six months.

As a small business owner, you may be hesitant to take on debt. After all, you've worked hard to build your business, and the thought of owing money to someone else can be daunting. However, borrowing money can actually be a smart move for small business owners, and here's why:

As a small business owner, you're always looking for ways to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your business's long-term success. With the possibility of an impending recession on the horizon, it's more important than ever to take a closer look at your business's financial health and start planning for what's to come.

Powell just said that interest rates are ‘likely to be higher’ than previously expected. To combat runaway inflation the Fed continues to raise interest rates. Restoring price stability means that monetary policy will be tightening for the foreseeable future.

The federal reserve just lowered its growth forecast and raised its inflation expectations for 2022. Finally, the central bank also sees the potential for seven rate hikes this year.

‍During the Government imposed lockdowns in mid 2020, the American economy was technically in a recession, but after the lockdowns were lifted, the economy boomed back. Most small businesses weren’t prepared for these lockdowns. Most small businesses had little to no operational savings and couldn’t afford to pay staff, rent, and other necessities since no or very few sales were occurring. Thankfully the PPP and EIDL loans came through. But being prepared means not having to rely on the Government to help you.

If your business goal for 2022 is to make more money, debt may be the answer. Besides increasing sales, the key to achieving this goal is to think differently about ‘making’ money and lowering business expenses. A line of credit can make your business run smoother and keep more of your business earned cash actually in the business.