Florida New Business Filings — April 16, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3,279 new business registrations
Florida's business registration activity totaled 3,279 filings on April 16, 2026, reflecting modest growth of 0.2% compared to the prior period's 3,271 registrations. Miami dominated new business formations with 366 filings, followed by Orlando (174) and St. Petersburg (167). Florida Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) accounted for 85.7% of all filings, underscoring the continued preference for this business structure among entrepreneurs.
Highlights
- Miami's filing count surged to 366, representing over 11% of all daily registrations statewide and maintaining commanding leadership over the second-ranked city.
- Cleaning services emerged as the top business keyword with 48 filings, suggesting a robust demand surge in the service sector.
- LLCs captured an overwhelming 85.7% market share (2,809 filings), while traditional corporations represented just 8.5% of new registrations combined.
- Property-related keywords (property, properties, real estate ventures) collectively appeared in over 100 business names, indicating sustained investor interest in Florida's real estate market.
Filing Type Distribution
| Filing Type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Limited Liability Company | 2,809 | 85.7% |
| Domestic Profit Corporation | 257 | 7.8% |
| Domestic Non-Profit Corporation | 89 | 2.7% |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company | 86 | 2.6% |
| Foreign Profit Corporation | 31 | 0.9% |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporation | 3 | 0.1% |
| Foreign Registered Limited Liability Partnership | 3 | 0.1% |
| Trust | 1 | 0.0% |
Top Cities
| Rank | City | New Businesses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MIAMI | 366 |
| 2 | ORLANDO | 174 |
| 3 | ST. PETERSBURG | 167 |
| 4 | TAMPA | 122 |
| 5 | JACKSONVILLE | 115 |
| 6 | HIALEAH | 55 |
| 7 | FORT LAUDERDALE | 51 |
| 8 | NAPLES | 47 |
| 9 | BOCA RATON | 43 |
| 10 | KISSIMMEE | 41 |
Top Industries
| Rank | Industry | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Business | 47 |
Trends
Registration activity ticked upward by 0.2% from the previous period, marking a stabilization after April 15's modest decline. This incremental increase suggests steady entrepreneurial momentum heading into mid-April, with no significant volatility in filing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Florida cities led in new business registrations on April 16, 2026?
Miami led by a substantial margin with 366 filings, followed by Orlando (174), St. Petersburg (167), Tampa (122), and Jacksonville (115). Together, these five cities accounted for approximately 60% of all statewide filings.
What business types dominated Florida registrations today?
Florida Limited Liability Companies overwhelmingly led with 2,809 filings (85.7%), while Domestic Profit Corporations ranked second with 257 filings (7.8%). All other entity types combined represented less than 7% of daily activity.
What types of businesses are entrepreneurs starting in Florida right now?
Service-oriented businesses dominate, with 'cleaning' appearing in 48 business names, followed by property-related ventures (45 filings for 'property' and 30 for 'properties'), home services (43), and care services (38). Investment and capital-focused entities also show strong activity with 47 and 31 filings respectively.