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Affordability Shapes Winter Holiday Shopping: NRF Holiday Survey

More than half of holiday shoppers say the state of the economy will affect their holiday spending plans this year.

Killing Cash Leaks to Boost Restaurant Profits

Killing the profit leaks is not about investing in some amazing marketing program that never comes to fruition. It’s about treating every single small action like…

NRF Forecasts Faster Holiday Sales Growth, with Spending to Top $1 Trillion

NRF expects holiday sales growth to pick up from last year’s pace, even as inflation and higher gas prices weigh on households. NRF Chief Economist Mark…
Two businessmen in dark suits reviewing a NetSuite consulting partnership on a laptop at a city-view office table.

6 Key Considerations for Choosing the Right NetSuite Consulting Partner

Selecting a NetSuite consulting partner ranks among the most critical decisions a business can make during digital transformation.
Female small business owner holding a laptop outside a café, representing women-owned entrepreneurship and the Hey Helen Grant for small business funding.

The Hey Helen Grant: Funding for Female Business Owners

If you're a female small business owner looking for financial support, this guide breaks down everything you need to know.
Grant Management Software

Essential Features Every Nonprofit Should Seek in Grant Management Software

As programs grow in complexity, organizations need systems that reduce complexity across the entire funding process.
A smoothie shop employee hands two drinks to a customer at a busy counter, illustrating summer pricing strategies for small businesses during the seasonal rush.

Seasonal Pricing Mistakes to Avoid at the Start of Summer

Memorial Day promotions and early summer demand can lift sales, but weak pricing decisions can also shrink margins.
A stressed small business owner stands behind the counter of a cafe, reviewing paperwork near a point-of-sale terminal, illustrating concerns around small business optimism and the latest NFIB outlook.

Small Business Optimism Edged Up in April, But Caution Remains

The latest NFIB survey shows optimism rose to 95.9 in April 2026, still below the long-term average.