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Holiday Shoppers Plan to Spend More at Small Businesses. Many Owners Overlook 1 Key Priority

A new survey found consumers are increasingly turning toward small businesses this holiday season. An economist says owners should focus on these key areas.

Holiday Shoppers Plan to Spend More at Small Businesses. Many Owners Overlook 1 Key Priority

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Shopify Operating Income Jumps 66%: Rapid Earnings Reaction

Shopify grew sales faster than profit, and its spending discipline closed the gap.

  • Shopify's operating income jumps 66% in Q3, up 32% in revenue to $3.74 billion
  • Payments drive growth, but margins narrow; gross profit still up 28%
  • Cost-cutting keeps expenses up by 16%, half the revenue growth rate

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