AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSME Readiness: Commercial Bank and Qatar Development Bank held a workshop on strategy, governance, risk management and financing readiness to help small firms plan for sustainable growth. Startup Finance: Australia has eased proposed capital-gains tax rules for startup investors, but concerns remain over research and development funding. Business Pressures: A Seattle survey found 47% of respondents had seriously considered moving their operations, citing taxes, labor costs, public safety and homelessness. Scaling Teams: Yempo Solutions is promoting outsourcing as a way for SMEs to expand operations with support staff based in the Philippines. Lower-Cost Launches: foodpanda says cloud kitchens can help food entrepreneurs reach new markets without the expense of opening traditional restaurants. Jobs and Credit: Stanbic and GIZ aim to support 2,378 jobs through small-business empowerment, while Cameroon’s financial institutions sharply increased equipment leasing to SMEs.
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