AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoH-1B Crackdown: Trump renewed a $100,000 H-1B fee and ordered agencies to scrutinize employers’ recent and planned layoffs when reviewing petitions and visas. Small-Business Legal Win: A 3rd Circuit ruling says the SBA can deny excess PPP loan forgiveness, tightening relief for some borrowers. Banking for Merchants: Ecobank launched a digital lending facility for merchants, using transaction history to offer up to Shs70m in working capital with quick digital repayment. Trade & MSMEs: CAFTA 3.0 and the China-ASEAN Expo spotlight Laos’ push to grow exports and digital-ready MSMEs toward China. Local Support in Iowa: Anna Woodward will lead the North Central Iowa SBDC across 12 counties with free, confidential counseling. Cost Pressure on Restaurants: Rising beef prices are forcing some Oklahoma eateries to raise menu prices about 10%. Cairo Kiosk Overhaul: Cairo’s standardised kiosk redesign could cost small operators 50,000–60,000 Egyptian pounds, raising fears of closures. UK Digital Strain: New research finds many UK small businesses spend a full working day weekly on social media, while AI adoption lags over sustainability concerns. Discrimination Case in Seoul: A Seoul cafe withdrew a “no Chinese guests” policy after a rights complaint and investigation. Entrepreneurship Spotlight: South Side Milwaukee’s mural project honors Latino street vendors and a local popsicle shop, reinforcing community branding for small businesses.
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