Small Business
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A Tentative U.S.–China Trade Deal: Relief, Risk, and the Ripple Effect Ahead
By Joseph Maguire | Editor-in-Chief, Extended Reach Florida After months of high-stakes negotiations and tariff threats that sent markets on…
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Fed Cuts Rates for First Time in 2025: What It Means for Real Estate & Business
On September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve made its first move toward easing in nearly a year, cutting its benchmark…
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Mademoiselle Paris Expands to Gulfport — A Well-Deserved Next Chapter for Sarasota’s French Bakery
By Extended Reach Florida Staff Sarasota’s beloved Mademoiselle Paris is heading across the bay: the French bakery and café plans…
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Sarasota’s UTC District Sees Major Growth with CITY Furniture
Sarasota’s University Town Center (UTC) district is in the midst of a dynamic growth surge, welcoming new flagship retailers, high-profile…
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Starbucks to Discontinue Pickup-Only Stores: What It Means for the Future of On-the-Go Coffee
In August 2025, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) announced it will officially phase out its pickup-only store format—a model born during…
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Aldi to Replace Winn-Dixie at Northdale Promenade in Tampa’s Carrollwood Neighborhood
TAMPA, FL — A familiar site in Tampa’s Carrollwood community is getting a new lease on life. Aldi, the popular…
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Florida’s Retail Evolution: Mobile Shopping, AI, and Commercial Real Estate Trends in 2025
Florida’s Retail Evolution: Mobile Shopping, AI, and Commercial Real Estate Trends in 2025 As we enter 2025, Florida’s commercial real…
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Big News: Shake Shack Announces Ambitious 2025 Growth Strategy
Shake Shack, the beloved burger chain known for its premium ingredients and iconic crinkle-cut fries, has unveiled a bold growth…
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We’re Not Surprised Miami, Tampa, and Orlando Among World’s Top 100 Cities
Florida’s cities are basking in the global spotlight, with Miami, Tampa, and Orlando securing positions in the 2025 World’s Best…
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The Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa Revitalizing Palmetto
The Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, which opened its doors in June 2024, has quickly become a cornerstone of Palmetto,…
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