Archive · 31 Jul 2026
America's Startup Boom Drives Small Business Growth In 2024
A lot of people in America are starting their own small businesses.
In June 2024, more than 531,000 new businesses were registered, which is 81% more than the average month in 2019.
This growth is helped by new technology like artificial intelligence and by easy-to-use online shop sites such as Etsy, Shopify, and TikTok Shop.
People in other countries like Britain and France also see more self‑employment, but the biggest increase is in the United States.
Experts think this trend shows that the future of work could be more flexible and creative.
America is experiencing a small‑business boom fueled by AI and low hiring.
Over 531,000 new business applications filed in June, up 81% from 2019 average.
Online platforms like Etsy, Shopify and TikTok Shop make starting shops easier.
Self‑employment growth seen in Britain and France, but strongest in the U.S.
The trend is seen as a positive sign for the future of work.
- Who
- American entrepreneurs and small businesses
- What
- A surge in new business applications and startup activity
- When
- June 2024
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Driven by AI, low hiring costs, and easy online shop platforms
- New business applications (June 2024)
- 531,000
- Growth compared to 2019 average
- 81%
- Key platforms
- Etsy, Shopify, TikTok Shop
- Primary driver
- Artificial intelligence
- Self‑employment trend
- Strongest in U.S.