This Week In Business: Did the Fed just lower the value of your business?

Before you panic, sell the forklifts, or blame your banker, let’s talk about what the rate hike actually means.In this Friday edition of This Week in Business, Kortney Morningstar breaks down the Fed’s quarter-point increase and why its effect on a business depends on more than the headline. Higher borrowing costs can change what a buyer can afford, put pressure on cash flow, and make existing risks harder to overlook. The Fed raised its target rate range to 3.75%–4% on September 16, 2026.You’ll learn which businesses should pay closest attention, why strong revenue does not always mean healthy cash flow, and five practical things to check this week—from variable-rate debt and a 13-week cash forecast to the risks a buyer might spot before you do.The takeaway: your business didn’t automatically lose value overnight. But this is a good time to find out where value might be leaking.Want a clearer picture of your company’s financial health and what could affect its value? Start with Enterprise Sage’s Business Health Assessment.#BusinessValuation #CashFlow #ExitPlanning #BusinessOwners #MergersAndAcquisitions