SBA Loans by Industry
How SBA 7(a) financing breaks down across industries: approved volume, the lenders most active in each vertical, and charge-off rates. Pulled directly from SBA FOIA loan-level data, FY2021 through FY2026.
Restaurants
Full-service and limited-service restaurants, cafes, and food-service businesses.
Hotels & Motels
Hotels, motels, inns, and other traveler accommodation.
Trucking & Freight
General and specialized freight trucking, local and long-distance.
Auto Repair
Automotive mechanical, body, and electrical repair and maintenance shops.
Dental Practices
Dental offices, orthodontists, and oral surgery practices.
Veterinary Clinics
Veterinary practices and animal hospitals.
Gas Stations & Convenience Stores
Fuel stations, with and without attached convenience stores.
Childcare Centers
Child day care services and early-learning centers.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Fitness and recreational sports centers, gyms, and studios.
Landscaping Services
Landscaping, lawn care, and grounds-maintenance businesses.
Car Washes
Full-service, self-service, and automated car-wash operations.
Salons & Spas
Hair, nail, and skin-care salons, barbershops, and day spas.