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Price is only the third reason customers choose a small business now

53% CHOOSE ON QUALITY, NOT PRICE

A Small Business Expo survey of 810 respondents found 53% cite quality and personal service as the top reason they choose a business, more than three times the 16% who cite low price. Brand trust ranked second at 19%.

Source: Small Business Expo: Customer Priorities, 2026 →