The U.S. Small Business Administration defines a small business as a firm with revenue ranging from $1 million to over $40 million and an employee workforce of under 500. 5 Based on the SBA’s ...

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Sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday — historically the biggest and busiest retail days of the year — is another standout shopping event: Small Business Saturday. Started by American ...

Based on their label, you might underestimate the importance of small business to the U.S. economy. But there’s a reason why small businesses are often referred to as the economic backbone of the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Rhett Buttle covers the intersection of the private and public sector. November 29, 2025, is Small Business Saturday. This ...