As 2026 begins, global markets face uncertainty shaped by geopolitical tension, shifting economic conditions, and changing investor sentiment. Yet opportunity remains for businesses that plan ahead. This perspective explores the economic outlook, the role of real assets like gold and silver, and why flexible working capital matters in a changing world.

Year-end brings shrinking liquidity, delayed SBA funding, and rising urgency for business owners preparing for Q1. As rates shift and government lending stalls, securing flexible private capital before the rush can be the difference between momentum and missed opportunity.

In a year marked by persistent inflation, tighter credit conditions, and unpredictable market signals, business owners are navigating through economic fog. This mid-2025 update explores the realities of capital access, rising costs, and shifting growth strategies. While traditional lending remains constrained, alternative funding is emerging as a lifeline for many. Discover how smart business leaders are making informed capital decisions despite the haze.

Subtle shifts like longer sales cycles, delayed payments, or growing payables can signal it’s time to secure capital—before cash flow gets tight. In today’s lending environment, private credit offers the speed, flexibility, and access that traditional banks no longer guarantee. Our latest blog explains how to spot these early signals and why acting now can give your business the advantage it needs to grow with confidence.

Private credit has become a lifeline for businesses as banks tighten lending and capital access dries up. With flexible terms, fast decisions, and tailored funding, private credit fills the critical gap left by traditional lenders. Now is the time for businesses to secure a line of credit—even if they don’t need it today—to prepare for economic uncertainty and stay resilient in a shifting financial landscape.

Boomer owners are retiring fast—learn why ESOPs offer a faster, tax-advantaged, and legacy-preserving path to sell and fund your business.