For decades Popular Bank has been helping Miami commercial real estate customers finance projects, bringing to life numerous developments across South Florida’s dynamic market. According to a recent CBRE survey, Greater Miami is now the second-largest investment market in the country. From ultra-luxury coastline and downtown Miami high-rises to more accessible developments, many projects are… Continue reading Why Miami Real Estate Developers Need a Nuanced Lending Strategy in 2026
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IDB Projects Latin America and Caribbean to Grow 2.1% in 2026, Amid Global Uncertainty and Persistent Challenges
WASHINGTON — Latin American and Caribbean economies are projected to grow by an average of 2.1% in 2026, broadly in line with its long-run average, according to the Inter-American Development Bank’s (IDB) new macroeconomic report. The analysis underscores the resilience of the region’s economies and finds that accelerating inclusive growth will demand sound macroeconomic frameworks and bold structural reforms, alongside efforts to… Continue reading IDB Projects Latin America and Caribbean to Grow 2.1% in 2026, Amid Global Uncertainty and Persistent Challenges
Automation strategies and best practices in Accounts Payable
Accounts payable (AP) has two key meanings. As an accounting term, it refers to the money a business owes its suppliers for goods or services received but not yet paid. Recorded as a short-term liability on the balance sheet, AP is central to a company’s financial operations and liquidity management. As part of the office… Continue reading Automation strategies and best practices in Accounts Payable
Small Business Concerns About Retaining Talent Grow
The latest MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index shows that employers’ concerns about recruiting and retaining workers have been rising over the past year. The survey also shows that inflation is stubbornly lingering as the top concern for small businesses, despite receding slightly from record highs. This quarter, the Index shows that small… Continue reading Small Business Concerns About Retaining Talent Grow
What’s changing in gender-responsive public financial management
If you’ve ever wondered how public financial management (PFM) systems integrate gender considerations so that public funds benefit everyone more equally, we’re going to share with you what we’ve learned from our latest data. Since 2020, 32 national and subnational governments have applied the Public Expenditure & Financial Accountability (PEFA) Gender Framework, creating the first global dataset on… Continue reading What’s changing in gender-responsive public financial management
Navigating the New Tax Law: What Small Businesses Need to Know
The recently enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” includes substantial tax reforms to support the growth of small businesses. Small business owners can take advantage of these tax breaks starting now for expenses dating back to January 20, 2025. This guide outlines the most impactful provisions of the law, including permanent deductions, enhanced credits, and expanded eligibility criteria.… Continue reading Navigating the New Tax Law: What Small Businesses Need to Know
U.S. Bank launches Business Shield™ Visa® Card for small business owners
The new business credit card offers rewards and access to the Spend Management platform to monitor, track and control spending U.S. Bank, a leading provider of payment services and solutions, today announced a new business credit card designed to help small business owners navigate fluctuations in finances and resources: the . This new business credit card offers… Continue reading U.S. Bank launches Business Shield™ Visa® Card for small business owners
Small Businesses Are Discovering Immediate Benefits of New Tax Law
The new tax law, commonly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, is a game-changer for Main Street small businesses. The pro-growth provisions in the law signed by President Donald J. Trump in July are immediate and double the deduction for new equipment and capital purchases from $1.25 million to $2.5 million for this year. Additionally, the… Continue reading Small Businesses Are Discovering Immediate Benefits of New Tax Law
Strong Foundations: A Playbook for Housing and Economic Growth
Housing has long been a cornerstone of the American dream and a vital engine of economic growth and community well-being. Yet across the United States, a persistent imbalance between supply and demand has led to rising costs, declining affordability, and limited workforce mobility. The shortage has cost states billions in lost economic output, personal income, and… Continue reading Strong Foundations: A Playbook for Housing and Economic Growth
U.S. Bank HOPE Inside program has helped thousands improve financial standing
The program, launched five years ago, helps communities through financial wellness and coaching U.S. Bank and Operation HOPE in 2020 debuted HOPE Inside, a partnership aimed at helping participants reduce debt, increase savings and improve credit scores. That first foray featured one coach focused on credit and money management at a branch in Aurora, Colorado.… Continue reading U.S. Bank HOPE Inside program has helped thousands improve financial standing