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May 7, 2026

Small business hiring picks up pace in April, Paychex reports

Paychex reports small business hiring accelerated in April with the national jobs index rising 0.35 points, the largest monthly gain since last year.

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Apr 15, 2026

Rochester poised to navigate economic experimentation amid policy shifts

Rochester's economic resilience and innovation position it to adapt to national policy shifts and market changes, M&T Bank's local leader says.

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Apr 2, 2026

Three Rochester-area businesses honored by SBA

Three Rochester-area businesses received SBA honors for excellence during National Small Business Week, recognizing local job creators and innovators.

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Apr 2, 2026

How will tariffs impact my financial plan? | Private Banking

Commentary: KeyBank experts explain how the Supreme Court's tariff ruling influences inflation, interest rates and market volatility for U.S. financial plans.

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Mar 3, 2026

Rise in breach-of-contract disputes amid Rochester’s economic uncertainty

Breach-of-contract disputes are increasing in Rochester due to economic pressures and a renewed focus on enforcing contract terms, local commercial litigators say.

Reju, Goodwill spotlight Rochester’s growing role in textile circular economy
Feb 18, 2026

Reju, Goodwill spotlight Rochester’s growing role in textile circular economy

Leaders from Reju and Goodwill of the Finger Lakes spoke recently about Rochester’s growing leadership in textile circularity.

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Jan 12, 2026

Rochester’s middle-market businesses enter 2026 with renewed optimism

Rochester’s middle-market business leaders are entering 2026 with renewed optimism and resilience despite tariffs and economic uncertainty, JPMorgan survey shows.

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Dec 30, 2025

Local banks cautiously optimistic heading into 2026

Banking leaders in the Rochester region share cautious optimism for 2026, citing rate stability, growth opportunities and ongoing challenges.

Rochester leaders reflect on 2025 challenges and change
Dec 26, 2025

Rochester leaders reflect on 2025 challenges and change

Rochester community leaders share how 2025 disruptions, mergers, policy shifts and partnerships reshaped operations across industries.

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Dec 3, 2025

Small business employment growth edges higher in November, Paychex reports

Small business employment growth ticked higher in November, according to the latest Paychex Small Business Employment Watch.

Explore the essential tactics your 2026 marketing budget must include—from brand trust to AI, first-party data, and multi-channel strategy.
Dec 2, 2025

Read This Before You Finalize Your 2026 Budget: 6 Game-Changing B2B Tactics

As you prepare to lock in your 2026 marketing budget, one thing is clear: the landscape is changing too quickly to rely on last year’s playbook. Evolving trade policies, rapid advancements in AI, shifting buyer expectations, and fluctuating market conditions mean that what worked before may not work in 2026. Before you commit your dollars, make sure your strategy reflects the realities of the ye[...]

NBT Chief Economist Kenneth Entenmann provides an economic outlook to attendees at a recent NBT event at the Genesee Valley Club. (Photo by Andrea Deckert)
Nov 25, 2025

NBT economist: Despite mixed signals, US economy shows signs of stability

NBT Bank's chief economist says the U.S. economy is at an inflection point — neither booming nor faltering.