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In 2026, U.S. consumers are carrying record levels of credit card debt. And your customer’s financial position matters more than ever. Recent economic reports show that more than 111 million Americans are unable to pay their balances in full each month. That level of consumer debt signals pressure on household finances, even as employment remains relatively stable and inflation has moderated from peak levels. For small businesses, this shift directly impacts revenue patterns, payment timing,...

For a while, many businesses expected relief. After years of rising interest rates, the assumption was that rate cuts would arrive quickly and bring borrowing costs back down. In 2026, that expectation has shifted. Inflation has cooled compared to peak levels, but it remains above the Federal Reserve’s long-term target. As a result, policymakers have taken a more cautious approach, and forecasts now suggest fewer rate cuts than originally anticipated. According to recent economic outlook...

In 2026, businesses are still operating in a higher cost environment. Labor expenses remain elevated, insurance premiums continue rising, and supplier pricing has stabilized at levels well above what many companies were used to earlier in the decade. According to recent Federal Reserve data and U.S. economic reports, inflation remains above the long-term target, and wholesale pricing pressure continues to affect business costs. For business owners, this creates a difficult balance. Costs are...