SME Manufacturing Slowdown (UK): Unleashed data shows small and mid-sized manufacturers’ average sales revenue fell 39% in Q1 to £252,050, with big drops in furnishings (-61%) and construction suppliers (-57%), alongside weaker purchasing, lower stock, and shrinking gross margins. International Expansion for SMB Tools: HoneyBook launched in the UK and Australia, bringing its all-in-one proposals, contracts, invoicing, payments, and client messaging to independent service providers. Disaster Support for Local Businesses (US Pacific): The SBA opened an additional Business Recovery Center in Saipan to help firms and nonprofits apply for disaster loans after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Inclusive Finance Push (South Korea): Hana Financial rolled out an inclusive finance roadmap with new loan products for low- and mid-credit borrowers and debt relief for long-term delinquents, including write-offs. Women-Led Entrepreneurship (Global): Bracell says it hit 73% of social impact projects led by women, exceeding its 2030 target. Local Business Growth (Hawaii): Amazon briefed West Oahu plans for a large fulfillment center that could create 1,000+ full-time jobs if approved. Policy Pressure on Small Firms (Australia): New analysis defends Labor’s tax changes while critics warn of higher costs for households and small businesses.