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New business openings signal strong economic recovery while consumer behavior highlights rising inflation in Q1, according to the Yelp Economic Average

April 19, 2022

Several key economic indicators signal the U.S. economy has significantly recovered frompandemic lows and will continue to improve. However, some obstacles including rising food and gas prices are creating some…

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Sustainability Resource Hub: new eco-friendly attributes, business resources, and more

April 13, 2022

Check out Yelp’s new attributes and other resources to learn how to communicate your eco-friendly values to customers and join a community of businesses making sustainable choices for the environment.

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Yelp ranks the most eco-friendly states, according to reviews

April 13, 2022

Consumers are increasingly aware of the impact their choices have on the environment, and over the years have looked for more sustainable offerings whether they’re dining out, shopping, or driving.…

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The top 100 places to treat yourself in Texas, according to Yelp

April 12, 2022

Highlighting the top beauty businesses, including spas, hair and nail salons, lash studios, and more With tax season in full swing and refunds starting to roll in, many Americans will…

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Two years into the pandemic, Yelp data reveals impact on local economies

February 28, 2022

As we approach the second anniversary of COVID-19 being declared a global pandemic, recent data points to a decline in cases across the country and several states have begun to remove their…

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Celebrating Black History Month: business resources, stories, and more

February 3, 2022

To celebrate and support all Black-owned businesses across the country, we’ve gathered an array of business resources, Yelp tips, inspirational stories from Black business leaders, and more.

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Yelp releases Trust & Safety Report for 2021

February 2, 2022

Key findings from Yelp’s Trust & Safety Report 2021 More than 19.6 million reviews were contributed to Yelp in 2021. About 71% were recommended by our automated recommendation software, 22%…

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Inflation-related reviews reach record high in Q4, according to the Yelp Economic Average

January 26, 2022

In Q4 the labor shortage and supply constraints persisted, the new Omicron variant led to a surge in COVID cases, and US inflation hit a 39-year high. Against this backdrop, businesses of all…

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Yelp awards $100,000 to Texas small businesses through winterization fund

January 13, 2022

Today, Yelp is excited to announce the recipients of its winterization fund in Texas. In light of extreme weather Texas experienced last winter and the impact it had on small…

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Texas cities standout in top “Up & Coming” places on Yelp

December 15, 2021

In 2021, much has changed about everyday life in America but perhaps one of the most striking changes has been where people are now choosing to live. A new wave…

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Yelp announces $100 million investment in JPMorgan Empower Share Class

December 13, 2021

The deposit furthers Yelp’s ongoing efforts to bring new economic opportunities to underserved communities. The company also released its first Sustainability Accounting Standards Board report.

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Survey finds what makes reviews trustworthy — consumers want more than ratings

December 7, 2021

In today’s world, online reviews are ubiquitous so it’s important that consumers have access to review platforms with reliable and trustworthy information. A new survey* commissioned by Yelp and conducted…