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February 9, 2021

Most Popular Financial Methods Used by US Small-Business Owners, Dec 2020 (% of respondents)

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Data is from the Guidant Financial and Small Business Trends Alliance (SBTA) report titled "Small Business Trends: 2021." 2,400 US current and aspiring small-business owners were surveyed online during December 1-18, 2020. Respondents included 200 Black, 400 POC, and 1000 women. Companies had fewer than 100 employees.

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Most Popular Financial Methods Used by US Small-Business Owners, Dec 2020 (% of respondents)

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February 9, 2021

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Guidant Financial

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