AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoClimate Relief: Philippine Sen. Bam Aquino urged government lenders to suspend small-business loan interest from January through March 2027, warning that a forecast Super El Niño could push up food, power and fuel costs. The proposal has not been adopted. Business Confidence: U.S. small-business optimism slipped to 97.9 in September, just below its long-term average, while uncertainty remained high. Labor availability and inflation topped owners’ concerns; 32% said they had job openings they could not fill. Rural Enterprise: USDA awarded $1.024 million to 11 Wisconsin organizations for rural business training and support, including $230,000 for an Indigenous entrepreneurship program and funding for entrepreneurs with disabilities. Access to Finance: UAE platform Botim launched digital loans of Dh10,000 to Dh500,000 for eligible micro and small businesses, with terms of up to 12 months to cover cash flow, payroll, equipment and expansion. Construction Support: Tucson is offering grants of up to $10,000 to small businesses affected by major road projects, helping cover costs such as rent, utilities and payroll.
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