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Washington Times

2026 will be a strong year for most small businesses

(This column originally appeared in The Washington Times) I think I understand why surveys from the National Federation of Independent Businesses, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Bank…

Gene MarksJanuary 2, 2026

The Hill

Business doesn’t fear regulations — it fears the uncertainties they cause

(This column originally appeared in The Hill) Sometimes I wonder whether running a shop, restaurant or other small business during ancient times was easier than today.…

Gene MarksDecember 26, 2025

Guardian

Want job security in the age of AI? Get a state license — any state license

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) When I was in college and didn’t know what to do with my life, my dad offered this career…

Gene MarksDecember 14, 2025

The Hill

Is inflation really so bad?

(This column originally appeared in The Hill) Inflation, inflation, inflation. We keep hearing how terrible it is, but is it really as bad as it seems?…

Gene MarksDecember 1, 2025

Guardian

Expect a tale of two holiday seasons as the well-off spend and the rest pull back

This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Will retailers and merchants have a strong holiday season? That depends. This year, more than most, the 2025 holiday…

Gene MarksNovember 30, 2025

Philly.com

Despite challenges in 2025, Philly-area small businesses remain resilient and optimistic

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) From inflation to tariffs to labor shortages, small businesses in Philadelphia have faced many challenges in 2025. But…

Gene MarksNovember 18, 2025

Guardian

Merchants’ ‘victory’ over credit card fees will just complicate things more for them

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Want to buy a new shirt from your friendly neighborhood small business? In some cases, be prepared to pay…

Gene MarksNovember 16, 2025

Philly.com

More business owners are selling, but uncertainty continues

(This column originally appeared in the Inquirer) More small businesses are being sold, a new report says, but they’re selling for less as some companies’ financials…

Gene MarksNovember 11, 2025

Guardian

I’m as capitalist as they get but Medicare for all is the best hope for US healthcare

(This column originally appeared in The Guardian) Deductibles. In-network. Out-of-network. Concierge medical services. Out-of-pocket expenses. Co-payment. Co-insurance. Benefit advisers. Insurance brokers. Healthcare consultants. ACA. HMO. PPO.…

Gene MarksNovember 9, 2025

The Hill

All those corporate layoffs? Don’t blame AI.

(This column originally appeared in The Hill) Over the last few months, a number of well-known companies have announced layoffs of tens of thousands of workers. UPS said…

Gene MarksNovember 7, 2025