SMALLBIZAID: Big banks remain comparatively stingy in their small business loan-making. This is opening up opportunities for smaller banks and other lenders to gain market share. Meanwhile, some small business owners are still able to take advantage of government programs, even after Paycheck Protection Program PPP lending closed down in May.

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