The State of Small and Micro Businesses in Rhode Island

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NEARLY 99% OF Rhode Island’s businesses are small businesses or micro businesses, those with 10 employees or fewer, according to a study by The Economic Progress Institute.

Report: R.I. comprised of mostly small, micro businesses

Economic Activity 06/28/2024

PROVIDENCE – The smallest state in the nation is powered by small businesses. Nearly 99% of Rhode Island’s businesses are small businesses or micro businesses,...

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