Florida New Business Filings — August 20, 2026
Thursday, August 20, 2026 · 3,044 new business registrations
Florida recorded 3,044 new business filings on August 20, 2026, representing a 7.5% increase from the prior period's 2,831 registrations. Miami led all cities with 350 filings, nearly 30% more than the second-place St. Petersburg at 269. General Business entities dominated the filing landscape, accounting for 1,715 registrations, while Florida Limited Liability Companies comprised 84.9% of all filing types.
Highlights
- Miami's 350 filings nearly double those of Jacksonville (108), underscoring the dominance of South Florida in new business formation.
- Cleaning services emerged as the top industry keyword with 48 mentions, followed closely by 'home' and 'logistics'—suggesting strong demand in service-based startups.
- LLCs commanded 84.9% market share with 2,584 filings, while all other entity types combined represent just 15.1% of activity.
- The 7.5% day-over-day growth marks an acceleration from August 19's 2.8% increase, indicating strengthening momentum in business registrations.
Filing Type Distribution
| Filing Type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Limited Liability Company | 2,584 | 84.9% |
| Domestic Profit Corporation | 254 | 8.3% |
| Foreign Limited Liability Company | 111 | 3.6% |
| Domestic Non-Profit Corporation | 61 | 2.0% |
| Foreign Profit Corporation | 24 | 0.8% |
| Foreign Non-Profit Corporation | 5 | 0.2% |
| Foreign Limited Partnership | 3 | 0.1% |
| Domestic Limited Partnership | 2 | 0.1% |
Top Cities
| Rank | City | New Businesses |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miami | 350 |
| 2 | St. Petersburg | 269 |
| 3 | Orlando | 145 |
| 4 | Jacksonville | 108 |
| 5 | Tampa | 100 |
| 6 | Hialeah | 48 |
| 7 | Fort Lauderdale | 47 |
| 8 | West Palm Beach | 46 |
| 9 | Boca Raton | 44 |
| 10 | Naples | 38 |
Top Industries
| Rank | Industry | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Business | 1,715 |
| 2 | Investment Firm | 99 |
| 3 | Holding Company | 88 |
| 4 | Property Management | 66 |
| 5 | Consulting | 65 |
| 6 | Healthcare Services | 58 |
| 7 | Logistics & Delivery | 53 |
| 8 | Cleaning Services | 53 |
| 9 | Transportation | 41 |
| 10 | Auto Repair | 38 |
Trends
Filings increased 7.5% compared to the previous period (2,831 registrations), demonstrating accelerating entrepreneurial activity in Florida. This growth rate exceeds the prior day's 2.8% increase, suggesting a positive trend trajectory as the week progresses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Florida cities saw the most new business registrations on August 20?
Miami led significantly with 350 registrations, followed by St. Petersburg (269), Orlando (145), Jacksonville (108), and Tampa (100). These five cities accounted for the majority of statewide filing activity.
What types of businesses are entrepreneurs registering most?
General Business entities dominate with 1,715 filings. Beyond that, service-oriented businesses lead: Cleaning Services (53 filings), Logistics & Delivery (53), and Healthcare Services (58) show strong entrepreneurial interest.
What entity structure do most Florida startups choose?
The Florida Limited Liability Company (FLAL) is overwhelmingly preferred, representing 2,584 filings or 84.9% of all registrations on August 20. Domestic Profit Corporations came in distant second at 8.3%.