John Lee+FollowWhy Small Biz Owners Still Bet on ThemselvesTurns out, even with talk of a shaky economy and higher prices, most small business owners are still feeling pretty good about their chances. According to a GoDaddy survey, 2 out of 3 expect to make more money this year—even if the economy slows down. The twist? More folks are sticking to solo gigs instead of hiring, probably to keep things simple and stress-free. So, if you’re running your own show, you’re in good company! #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #MoneyMoves #BusinessTrends #Shopping20Share
Peter Castillo+FollowUber Wants Your Suburban CommuteUber’s got its eyes on the suburbs now—even if you already own a car! Turns out, rides in less crowded areas are actually more profitable for them than city trips. Suburbanites are booking more Uber Reserves for things like dinners and airport runs, not just big events. It’s not about ditching your car, but making Uber a go-to for those moments you just don’t want to drive. Wild to think the ‘burbs are Uber’s next big thing! #Uber #Suburbs #RideHailing #TechNews #BusinessTrends #Transportation00Share
umccall+FollowTransport Prices Are Surging Again?!Just when we thought shipping was chilling out, April saw transport prices jump way faster than capacity grew. Even though there’s more space on trucks and in warehouses, costs are still climbing—especially for retailers closer to consumers. Warehousing prices are also spiking because inventory is piling up and not moving. If you’re waiting for shipping rates to drop, don’t hold your breath. Looks like we’re in for a pricey summer! #SupplyChain #Logistics #Transportation #Warehousing #BusinessTrends00Share
Traci Keller+FollowCPKC Profits Up, Even With Trade DramaCPKC just dropped some wild first-quarter numbers: profits and revenue are up, even though the whole trade war mess is still looming. They’re moving more grain, coal, and cars, but they’re playing it safe and lowering their full-year outlook because of all the tariff uncertainty. The cool part? They’re finding new ways to connect Canada and Mexico, turning trade chaos into fresh business. Plus, their Mexico-to-Midwest service is booming—up 42%! Railroads making moves, literally. #CPKC #TradeWar #RailwayNews #BusinessTrends #CanadaMexico #Transportation00Share
Christina Davis+FollowWhy Frank Fritz's Antique Shop Is ClosingSad news for American Pickers fans: Frank Fritz’s antique shop in Illinois is officially winding down. After Frank’s passing, his friend Jerry says the store won’t be restocked—what’s left is all that’s left. The real kicker? Antiques just aren’t hot anymore, so the shelves are staying empty. If you’re hunting for vintage treasures, you might want to look elsewhere. Sometimes, even the coolest shops can’t keep up with changing tastes! #AmericanPickers #Antiques #FrankFritz #ShopLocal #BusinessTrends #Business217Share
