AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSmall Business Hiring Watch: Job ads and unemployment are leveling off, but small-business hiring is still uneven—Virginia shows fewer openings per unemployed worker than in 2023, with Richmond slightly tighter. SME Dispute Resolution: Nigeria’s chambers group is urging SMEs to use mediation rules to settle debt and commercial disputes faster and cheaper than court. Funding Finder Boost: Maryland expanded its Community Business Compass database to nearly 2,500 grant and loan programs, aiming to close the “information gap” for local entrepreneurs. Local Business Community: Malta entrepreneurs are pushing for more real-world founder networks to fight isolation and burnout. SME Payments & Banking: Visa is accelerating digital payments for SMEs, while Mashreq and Sukoon are bringing SME insurance into digital banking. Supply Shock for Labs: A helium shortage is hitting Texas small businesses as allocations get cut and prices jump. Tech for SMBs: Rocket Lawyer is spotlighted for expanding affordable legal access for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Competition Policy: South Africa’s Competition Commission plans a market inquiry into the franchise industry, including whether costs and barriers limit new entrants.
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