Sep 9, 2026 | Business, Economy, Featured, SMB
Fifth Third Bank is committing $20 million in loans, investments and grants to two east-side Detroit neighborhoods, with plans to support small businesses, home repairs and new housing. The investment will target the Gratiot/Seven Mile, known as G7, and Denby/Whittier...
Sep 9, 2026 | Business, Economy, Entrepreneurship, Featured
Expert Guest Post by Michael Stephenson, The Entrepreneur Hub Local small business owners feel the squeeze first when an economic downturn hits, and the pressure shows up as business financial distress: shaky cash flow, overdue bills, and decisions that suddenly carry...
Aug 5, 2026 | Economy, Featured, SMB
For small businesses, uncertainty is a constant reality. Many small businesses have proven that resilience isn’t just a trait they have; it’s become one of the defining strengths of small businesses. The truth is that small business owners have to always...
Dec 17, 2025 | Economy, Featured, Finance
Regional small businesses could get up to $20,000 in funding as part of a grant program opening Dec. 16. The Eastern Michigan Small Business Network will begin accepting applications on Dec. 16 for its 2026 Small Business Grant Award Program. The program will provide...
Sep 24, 2025 | Economy, Europe, Featured, US Economy
The first half of 2025 has seen a surprising resiliency in international trade, according to UN Trade and Development. Despite uncertainty over tariffs, continuing geopolitical conflicts and overall economic anxiety, global trade has grown by around $300 billion...
Sep 17, 2025 | Economy, Featured, SMB, US Economy
The U.S. economy is navigating uncertain waters. Inflation is high and geopolitical tensions are charged. Tariffs on imported goods have disrupted the global supply chain and consumer spending is on the decline. For small business owners, the outlook is...
