AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSME Finance: Sterling Bank and Cascador unveiled a $200 million credit fund for small businesses, while Google.org pledged $15 million to help India’s MSMEs use AI to improve access to credit, compliance tools and markets. IPO Rules: India’s SEBI is weighing a sweeping overhaul of SME listing rules, including a higher profit threshold and a lower application minimum. Business Outlook: A BDC survey found 78% of entrepreneurs are focused on growth despite volatility. In Canada, the CFIB expects GDP growth to slow to 1.4% in the fourth quarter as tariffs and fuel costs pressure firms; nearly two in five plan price increases above 3% over the next year. Local Support: Grants are also available for small businesses, including Michigan funding of up to $5,000 for worker-safety equipment.
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