
Small Businesses Face a ‘Tornado’ of Challenges: Cuts, Freezes and Now Tariffs
In Lydia DePillis’ latest NYT article, sbLiftOff President, Nancy Langer, speaks out for veteran businesses affected by DOGE.
In Lydia DePillis’ latest NYT article, sbLiftOff President, Nancy Langer, speaks out for veteran businesses affected by DOGE.
The proof is in the numbers: From fiscal 2011 to 2020 the number of small businesses receiving Defense Department contract awards decreased by 43%, despite obligations increasing by 15%.
The world of small business M&A changes on January 17, 2026, when new rules take effect that will significantly decrease the value of many small business companies with set-aside contracts.
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