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Q2 Industry Insights: Higher Monthly Expenses for Consumers, Regulatory Guidance for Financial Institutions

True Accord

Updates to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), the Safeguards Rule , provide financial institutions, including those in the accounts receivable management industry, with requirements on how to safeguard customer information, went into effect on June 9. On the regulatory front, data protection is making headlines. 9%) to $17.05

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The State of Small Business Debt in 2024: Insights from Global Data

Burt and Associates

The Rise in Business Borrowing The Global Findex Database reports that in 2021, nearly 45% of small businesses relied on credit to finance operations , with many turning to banks, alternative lenders, and trade credit. Alternative lenders charge higher interest rates, increasing the risk of long-term financial strain.