AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoNew Openings: Watford zero-waste retailer RefillAbell has added a café, partly funded by £5,000 in crowdfunding, and hopes to become a hub for local goods. From Stall to Shop: The Small Bakery plans to open in Leominster in spring 2027 after its home stall attracted customers and farm-shop orders. Sales Boost: Seoul is raising discounts on its public delivery app to 25% for voucher users, aiming to lift sales for participating small businesses. Innovation Funding: Central Washington University received $180,000 and a federal-state designation to help small firms compete for research funding. Solo-Owner Support: South Korea’s next budget proposes health and childcare allowances for self-employed owners, many of whom work without staff. Operating Costs: Nigeria’s unreliable power supply is hitting small businesses especially hard, as they lack the resources to negotiate bulk fuel deals or install solar.
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