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Recent Coverage

CNN BusinessJun 2026
The US Economy Added a Stronger-Than-Expected 172,000 Jobs Last Month
Homebase Chief Economist Guy Berger spoke to CNN Business about the May jobs report, pointing to Homebase data showing small businesses added jobs at a sustained pace heading into summer.
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POLITICOJun 2026
'ON FIRE': Blowout Jobs Report Shows Trump's Economy Has Held Up Under Iran Pressures
Homebase Chief Economist Guy Berger's data cited as POLITICO examined the blowout May jobs report and the economy's resilience amid ongoing geopolitical pressures.
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The HillMay 2026
Trump Odds of Voter Revolt Over Economy Hinge on Iran War Impact
Homebase Chief Economist Guy Berger quoted on small business hiring data and economic outlook as The Hill examined the political stakes tied to the economy's performance.
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Forbes AdvisorMay 2026
82% of Small Businesses Are Hiring Thanks To AI — These Free Courses and Software Can Help You Keep Up
Homebase highlighted in Forbes Advisor's guide to AI-powered tools for small business hiring, spotlighting how AI is reshaping the way Main Street competes for talent.
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The New York TimesApr 2026
Job Growth Rebounded in March
Homebase Chief Economist Guy Berger cited in The New York Times as real-time small business data showed a sharp rebound in job growth after a slow start to the year.
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Barron'sApr 2026
March Likely Delivered a Rebound in Job Growth. How the Fed May React.
Homebase Main Street Health Report data cited by Barron's as analysts assessed the March jobs rebound and what it signals for the Federal Reserve's rate path.
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US News & World ReportMar 2026
Economy Chugging Along, Fed Finds, With Firms Expressing Optimism About the Future
Guy Berger cited on Homebase Main Street Health Report data showing rising optimism among small business owners as the Fed weighed broader economic conditions.
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CNBCFeb 2026
The Delayed January Jobs Report Will Be Released Wednesday. Here's What to Expect.
Homebase's Main Street Health Report cited by CNBC as one of the key alternative data sources analysts turned to while awaiting the delayed federal January jobs report.
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Wall Street JournalFeb 2026
With Jobs Data Delayed, Analysts Flock to Unofficial Data
The Wall Street Journal cited Homebase as a leading provider of real-time small business labor data during a period when the official government jobs report was delayed.
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People Managing PeopleJan 2026
25 Best Employee Time Clock Software Reviewed In 2026
People Managing People ranked Homebase among the top time clock platforms for 2026 in its annual software review, citing its ease of use for hourly teams.
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ForbesJan 2026
10 Best Payroll Services for Small Business of 2026
Forbes named Homebase among the best payroll services for small businesses in 2026, recognizing its all-in-one approach for scheduling, payroll, and managing hourly teams.
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Wall Street JournalDec 2025
The Economic Divide Between Big and Small Companies Is Growing
Homebase data cited in the Wall Street Journal's year-end analysis of the widening economic gap between large enterprises and small businesses in America.
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Press Releases

Official statements and announcements from Homebase. For embargoed releases or advance notice, contact press@joinhomebase.com.

May 4, 2026New Homebase Data Reveals 86% of Hourly Workers Are Proud to Work for Small BusinessesRead →
Dec 2, 2025Homebase Brings AI to Main Street with Smart Tools That Reduce Admin Work and Save TimeRead →
Oct 23, 2025Homebase Expands AI Innovation with Payroll Assistant Following Year of Small Business Payroll GrowthRead →
Jun 5, 2025Homebase Brings AI to Main Street with Faster Hiring, Effortless Scheduling ToolsRead →
Apr 3, 2024Homebase Raises $60M Series D to Give Small Businesses SuperpowersRead →

Awards & Recognition

Third-party validation from the organizations that matter to small business owners and the teams that serve them.

2026
Best Payroll Services 2026
Forbes
2026
Best Employee Time Clock Software 2026
People Managing People
2025
Best in Business: Best AI Implementation
Inc. Magazine
2025
Best Workplaces for Innovators North America
Fast Company
2025
Best HR & Employee App
Webby Awards
2024
Best Payroll for Hourly Teams
USA Today