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By Gayle Jennings O’Byrne Everywhere business owners look these days, there seems to be another reason to hit the brakes. Inflation remains a concern, borrowing costs are still elevated, artificial intelligence is reshaping industries at a dizzying pace, and consumers are less confident, which means they are being more selective about where they spend their money. Taken together, the headlines mak

Contributor · 26 Jun 2026