BusinessGovernmentStartups

Small Business Acquisition Market Defies Trade Tensions in Q3 Surge

Small business sales surged in the third quarter as buyers raced to complete deals before political uncertainties could disrupt the market. Transactions increased 8% year-over-year despite declining median sale prices, with service and retail sectors leading the growth.

Small Business Market Defies Political Uncertainty

Despite ongoing tariff tensions and political volatility, the small business acquisition market demonstrated remarkable resilience during the third quarter, according to industry reports. Buyers and sellers reportedly pushed forward with transactions ahead of potential market disruptions, including the government shutdown that would later freeze critical loan approvals.

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Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Reshapes Tech Hiring, Strains Startups

The Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee is creating immediate hiring disruptions for startups and small businesses while pushing companies to develop domestic talent pipelines. Venture capitalists are reportedly negotiating for startup exemptions as skilled workers shift toward large companies that can afford the new costs.

Immediate Impact on Tech Hiring and Talent Pipelines

Nearly a month after the implementation of a surprise executive order from President Donald Trump requiring $100,000 payments for new H-1B visa recipients, the policy is reportedly disrupting high-tech talent pipelines across the United States. According to reports from recruiters and entrepreneurs, the restrictions are already slowing hiring and shrinking the talent pool for small businesses and venture-backed startups.