ELFA Accepting Member Nominations for 2024 Operations & Technology Excellence Award
The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association is accepting member nominations for its 2024 Operations & Technology Excellence Award. The deadline...
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Data and Economy
Economic Impacts of Converting to Commercial Electric Vehicles in Current Market
The annual total cost to transport by elective vehicles versus diesel is estimated to increase across the board — ranging...
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33% of Carriers Predict Freight Demand to Increase in the Next 3 – 6 Months
Sentiment among North American carriers operating in the truckload spot market has improved over the past three months, though some...
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NEFA Raises Over $30K for Laura’s House at Karaoke Tsunami Event
The National Equipment Finance Association (NEFA) raised over $30,000 in support of Laura’s House during the Karaoke Tsunami charity event...
Read moreDetailsHospital PMI at 53.5% as Economic Activity Grew for Eighth Consecutive Month
Economic activity in the hospital subsector grew in April for the eighth consecutive month after contracting twice in the previous...
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U.S. Businesses and Consumers are Rapidly Adopting Instant and Digital Payment Services
Digital wallets use grew in 2023, with efficiency-focused businesses increasing their use by 31% and convenience-minded consumers experiencing a 32%...
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Services Sector PMI at 49.4% in April – First Contraction in 16-Month Period
Economic activity in the services sector contracted in April for the first time since December 2022, ending a period of...
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Small Business Sales Grew 5.6% Y/Y and 2.2% M/M; Discretionary Spending Slows
Small business sales grew 5.6% year over year and 2.2% month over month, according to the Fiserv Small Business Index...
Read moreDetailsSmall Business Subchapter V Elections Increase 60% Year over Year
Small business filings increased 60% year over year to 233 in April 2024, according to data provided by Epiq AACER....
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Small Business Owners Feel Confident Despite Concerns About Inflation, Fraud and ‘Political Noise’
KeyBank's 2024 Small Business Survey found that 65% of small business owners feel confident they could fund their operating expenses...
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