‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ Affordability crisis rattles mom-and-pop shops

Surging import costs. Mounting payroll and healthcare expenses. A shortage of affordable loans. And a stressed-out workforce. Small businesses are facing mounting pressure from America’s affordability crisis.

Nov 18, 2025 - 16:00
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‘Everyone is hunkering down.’ Affordability crisis rattles mom-and-pop shops
Surging import costs. Mounting payroll and healthcare expenses. A shortage of affordable loans. And a stressed-out workforce. Small businesses are facing mounting pressure from America’s affordability crisis.

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