Launching a small business requires ambition, persistence, confidence — and money. The amount of cash you need to get up and running varies wildly depending on the nature of your business. A small ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lien De Pau, founder of The Big Exit. Sell your biz for max value. For small business owners, profit matters a lot. It's more than ...

A new survey of small-business owners reveals their biggest challenges and rewards. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who compensate us when you ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. John Hall covers entrepreneurial topics that help companies grow. Did you know there’s an annual event for small businesses? It’s ...

Younger would-be chief executives are increasingly seeking profits — and freedom from the 9-to-5 — by pivoting from corporate jobs into often unglamorous small-business niches. By Gregory Barber ...

Small businesses power our economy from the ground up, driving innovation and building products that keep America strong, competitive, and secure. During National Small Business Week, we celebrate the ...