Entrepreneurs at Small Business Sunday highlighted significant challenges posed by the £90,000 VAT threshold and the need for practical reforms to zero-hour contracts. These issues create substantial burdens for growing businesses, particularly in the hospitality sector.
September 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Every day, nearly a third of all consumers (32%) conduct online searches specifically for local businesses, often expecting a minimum four-star rating before even considering a visit, according to reb
While small businesses are advised to allocate 7-8% of their gross revenue to marketing, many spend as little as $1,500 per month, often missing out on critical growth.
Customer loyalty programs can increase customer purchases by as much as 300 percent, offering a powerful, often overlooked, growth lever for small and medium businesses.
Digital marketing pricing for small and medium businesses in 2026 ranges dramatically from $500 to $50,000 per month.
