U.S. Small Business Sales Hold Steady in July, Extending 2026's Modest Growth
Fiserv published its Small Business Index for July 2026, reporting modest small business sales growth of 1.6% year over year, driven by higher average transaction amounts while foot traffic softened and consumer discretionary spending remained selective.
Why it matters — The data provides a direct read on small business activity within Fiserv's payments network, offering insight into transaction trends that influence the company's revenue.