Florida New Business Filings — May 29, 2026
Friday, May 29, 2026 · 2,812 new business registrations
New business filings in Florida reached 2,812 registrations on May 29, 2026, marking a 3.5% increase from the prior day's 2,717 filings. Miami continues to dominate the state's entrepreneurial activity with 286 new registrations, followed by Orlando (128) and Tampa (115). Limited Liability Companies remain the preferred business structure, accounting for 85.3% of all filings.
Highlights
- Miami's filing count of 286 is more than double that of the second-place city (Orlando at 128), underscoring the region's outsized influence on Florida's business registration landscape.
- Service sector terminology dominates business naming conventions, with 'home' (42 mentions), 'ventures' (37), and 'logistics' (36) leading keyword usage—suggesting strong entrepreneurial interest in residential and supply chain services.
- LLCs maintain overwhelming market preference at 85.3% of all filings (2,398 entities), while traditional corporations account for only 7.8% of registrations.
Filing Type Distribution
| Filing Type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Limited Liability Company | 2,398 | 85.3% |
| Domestic Profit Corporation | 219 | 7.8% |
| Domestic Non-Profit Corporation | 87 | 3.1% |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company | 79 | 2.8% |
| Foreign Profit Corporation | 23 | 0.8% |
| Foreign Registered Limited Liability Partnership | 2 | 0.1% |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporation | 2 | 0.1% |
| DOMLP | 1 | 0.0% |
| AGENT | 1 | 0.0% |
Top Cities
| Rank | City | New Businesses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MIAMI | 286 |
| 2 | ORLANDO | 128 |
| 3 | TAMPA | 115 |
| 4 | ST. PETERSBURG | 99 |
| 5 | JACKSONVILLE | 78 |
| 6 | FORT LAUDERDALE | 56 |
| 7 | HIALEAH | 53 |
| 8 | NAPLES | 47 |
| 9 | KISSIMMEE | 42 |
| 10 | BOCA RATON | 41 |
Top Industries
| Rank | Industry | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Business | 32 |
Trends
Florida's business filing activity continues on an upward trajectory, with May 29 registrations climbing 3.5% compared to May 28's volume. This sustained growth across consecutive days indicates healthy entrepreneurial momentum heading into the summer months. The modest single-day increase suggests a stabilization of the filing pace after recent volatility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Florida cities saw the most new business registrations on May 29?
Miami led all cities with 286 new filings, representing nearly 10% of the state's total. Orlando (128), Tampa (115), and St. Petersburg (99) rounded out the top four, collectively accounting for 628 registrations or approximately 22% of all filings.
What type of business structure are Florida entrepreneurs choosing?
Florida Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) dominate with 2,398 filings (85.3% of the total). Domestic Profit Corporations came in a distant second with 219 filings (7.8%), followed by Non-Profit Corporations at 87 filings (3.1%).
What industries or business concepts are trending in Florida registrations?
Home-based and service-oriented businesses dominate naming trends, with 'home' appearing 42 times, 'cleaning' 34 times, and 'care' 30 times in business names. Property-related ventures (32 mentions of 'property') and logistics operations (36 mentions) also reflect strong demand in real estate and supply chain sectors.