Florida New Business Filings — May 5, 2026
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · 3,577 new business registrations
Florida recorded 3,577 new business filings on May 5, 2026, representing a 7.9% increase from the previous period's 3,316 registrations. Miami led all cities with 424 filings, followed by Orlando (187) and St. Petersburg (155). Florida Limited Liability Companies dominated the filing types at 85.5% of all registrations, while keywords like 'capital,' 'construction,' and 'property' appeared most frequently in business names.
Highlights
- Miami's 424 filings accounted for roughly 12% of all state registrations, cementing its position as Florida's entrepreneurial hub.
- Real estate and construction-related keywords ('capital,' 'construction,' 'property,' 'properties') dominated business naming conventions, suggesting strong activity in the development sector.
- Home care and wellness services emerged as secondary growth drivers, with 'care,' 'cleaning,' 'wellness,' and 'health' collectively appearing 137 times across filings.
- LLCs continue their overwhelming preference among Florida entrepreneurs, capturing 3,058 filings (85.5%) compared to just 296 domestic profit corporations.
Filing Type Distribution
| Filing Type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Limited Liability Company | 3,058 | 85.5% |
| Domestic Profit Corporation | 296 | 8.3% |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company | 97 | 2.7% |
| Domestic Non-Profit Corporation | 78 | 2.2% |
| Foreign Profit Corporation | 39 | 1.1% |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporation | 5 | 0.1% |
| DOMLP | 2 | 0.1% |
| AGENT | 1 | 0.0% |
| Foreign Registered Limited Liability Partnership | 1 | 0.0% |
Top Cities
| Rank | City | New Businesses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MIAMI | 424 |
| 2 | ORLANDO | 187 |
| 3 | ST. PETERSBURG | 155 |
| 4 | TAMPA | 126 |
| 5 | JACKSONVILLE | 95 |
| 6 | HIALEAH | 63 |
| 7 | FORT LAUDERDALE | 60 |
| 8 | NAPLES | 49 |
| 9 | WEST PALM BEACH | 49 |
| 10 | FORT MYERS | 45 |
Top Industries
| Rank | Industry | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Business | 53 |
Trends
May 5 showed steady momentum with filings climbing 7.9% compared to May 4's 3,316 registrations. This moderate uptick suggests stabilization after the previous day's activity levels, indicating consistent entrepreneurial interest rather than volatile day-to-day fluctuations.
Trending Business Name Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Florida city had the most new business filings on May 5, 2026?
Miami led significantly with 424 new filings, nearly 2.3 times more than the second-place Orlando (187 filings).
What type of business structure do most Florida entrepreneurs choose?
Florida Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) dominate with 3,058 filings (85.5% of total), far outpacing Domestic Profit Corporations at 8.3% and all other entity types combined.
What industries or business types are trending in Florida registrations?
Real estate and construction-related businesses lead, with 'capital,' 'construction,' and 'property' being the top three keywords. Home care and wellness services are also prominent, with 'care,' 'wellness,' and 'health' appearing frequently in business names.