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Cincinnati small business owners struggle with rising costs amid inflation pressures

Cincinnati small business owners report intense inflation impact. Cincinnati small business operators are feeling mounting economic strain as inflation continues to influence costs of goods, services and operations across the region. Owners report that supply prices, utility bills and wages have risen markedly. As a result, profit margins are squeezed and revenue growth has slowed. …

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Greater Cincinnati job losses

Greater Cincinnati job losses rise as labor data shows late-2025 decline

Article Summary Greater Cincinnati lost about 5,800 jobs over three consecutive months at the end of 2025, marking its sharpest short-term employment decline since the Great Recession. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data show nonfarm employment fell through November, reversing earlier stability seen during the year. Economists link the losses to slower national hiring, high…

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Thriving industries in Cincinnati drive regional economic growth in 2025

Thriving industries in Cincinnati show remarkable resilience and diversification in the 2025 economic landscape. Thriving industries in Cincinnati include advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and a booming construction sector that fuels local job creation. Economic diversity powers the Queen City A single trade no longer defines the regional economy. Recent data indicate a complex but robust market…

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