Free Data GraphicThree Things You Need To Know: The Pandemic-Led Collapse and Renaissance of Small Businesses in US Retail Coresight Research June 29, 2021 Small businesses were hit especially hard at the outset of the pandemic-induced economic crash but have since recovered well. We discuss the state of small businesses in the US today, with a focus on retail. We draw comparisons to the recovery of small businesses following the 2008 global financial crisis (GFC) to frame the current rebound. Click the image to read more about the topic. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: Lidl To Open StoresConsumer Sentiment Improves Entering the New Year: US Consumer Survey InsightsShoptalk Fall 2025 Day One: Building Resilience Through Agility, AI and Authentic Connections to Thrive in Volatile Times2026 Sector Outlook: US Grocery Retailing—Volume Growth To Remain Constrained amid Cautious Consumer Spending