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elnortedecastilla.es • Business • Spain
A Valladolid kiosk owner discusses the impact of online retail giants like Amazon on his business and his plans for retirement.
eluniverso.com • Business • Ecuador
Three unemployed friends in Guayaquil, Ecuador, who gained viral fame for selling salchipapas in the rain, are receiving government assistance to formalize their business after facing a complaint.
chiemgau24.de • Business • Germany
A new equestrian and feed store has opened in Traunstein, Germany, fulfilling a need for local horse enthusiasts.
nytimes.com • Business • World
The author, inventor of a popular kitchen gadget, discusses how Trump's tariffs on imports from China and Taiwan are negatively impacting their small family business.
washingtonpost.com • Economics • World
The article details how President Trump's fluctuating tariffs on Chinese imports are significantly impacting American small businesses, particularly those reliant on Chinese suppliers and e-commerce platforms.
theglobeandmail.com • Business • Canada
This article discusses the Canadian economy's current state, focusing on the Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions, the impact of trade tensions, and the upcoming federal election.
sungazette.com • Business • Pennsylvania
A former nurse turned stay-at-home mom opens a successful roadside bakery, Crust & Crumb, near Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, selling out of homemade goods within hours.
learnaiforproft.com • Business • World
This article asserts that existing skills can be leveraged with AI to generate income, dispelling the myth that extensive AI training is necessary.
wired.com • Business • World
The article explores the significant challenges faced by small US businesses attempting to manufacture domestically, highlighting high costs, supply chain complexities, and the dominance of established global manufacturing ecosystems.
tradingview.com • Economics • Canada
Canadian small business confidence saw a modest increase in April 2025, though it remains subdued due to ongoing economic challenges.
businessinsider.com • Business • World
An online sticker shop owner more than doubled her revenue using AI-powered 'vibe coding' to improve her Shopify store.
lejournaldesentreprises.com • Business • France
B-Side Factory, a French vinyl record pressing plant, is experiencing success by focusing on small-batch production and personalized service for independent artists.
stltoday.com • Business • Illinois
A couple relocated from Utah to Illinois, transforming a former bank building in Belleville into a thriving independent bookstore, Belleville Books.
nzherald.co.nz • Business • New Zealand
Wonky Box, a New Zealand-based business, tackles food waste by rescuing surplus and aesthetically imperfect produce from growers and redistributing it to consumers.
wired.com • Technology • World
A tech company, Entabeni, is helping small ski resorts survive by providing custom-built software and hardware solutions, improving their operations and potentially ensuring their long-term viability.
theguardian.com • Finance • UK
UK ministers are meeting with bank leaders to address concerns about insufficient lending to small businesses, impacting economic growth.
bostonglobe.com • Business • United States
Several small business owners share their struggles amid economic challenges like tariffs, inflation, and changing consumer habits.
nytimes.com • Business • World
The end of a duty-free loophole for cheap goods from China, implemented during Trump's presidency, is potentially impacting small American businesses negatively, exemplified by the case of a toy company struggling to compete with cheaper Chinese imports.
businessoffashion.com • Business • World
Small fashion brands are employing various strategies, including shifting fulfillment centers, front-loading inventory, and exploring new markets, to navigate the challenges imposed by US tariffs.
volksstimme.de • Business • Germany
A bicycle shop in Burg, Germany, is closing due to the challenges posed by large retail chains and online competition.
jambi.antaranews.com • Business • Indonesia
The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted small and medium-sized coffee businesses in Tanjung Jabung Barat, West Tanjung Jabung Regency, Indonesia, forcing many to close or drastically reduce operations.
elcomercio.pe • Economics • Peru
A study reveals that 80% of small businesses in Lima have been victims of at least one crime, resulting in significant economic losses and highlighting the impact of insecurity on Peru's economy.
thenewsherald.com • Business • Michigan
Independent bookstores in Downriver, Michigan are thriving, defying the dominance of online retailers and demonstrating the power of community support and in-person bookselling.