U.S. Entrepreneurial Surge Reaches Pre‑Pandemic Levels, 6.6 Million New Businesses in 2025
The Kauffman 2025 report shows 6.6 million American adults started a business last year – 360 new entrepreneurs per 100,000 adults each month – matching pre‑COVID activity. Opportunity‑driven startups now make up 83 % of new firms, signaling rising confidence and potential job growth.