AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSME Confidence Watch: New research from the UK’s FSB shows small business growth hopes hit a record low, with only 18% expecting growth while 32% expect to shrink, sell up, or close—blaming the domestic economy, taxes, and labour costs. Cybersecurity for Small Firms: A new warning argues SMEs are “target-rich, resource-poor,” and that static defenses fail as threats evolve fast—urging regular cyber re-checks. AI for Main Street: Fora’s $60m Series D (at a $1bn valuation) backs the idea that travel agents aren’t dead, while AI handles admin; meanwhile, multiple pieces push practical AI adoption for SMBs, from analytics to workflow automation. Payments Shift: Ghana is moving toward a cash-light economy, with digital payments now over half of transactions. Local Business Support: KT partners with Seoul Credit Guarantee Foundation to back young entrepreneurs, and US farmers markets expand SNAP-matching programs like Double SNAP. Regulation & Compliance: A case highlights how small employers can still lose unfair dismissal appeals if they miss award consultation duties. SME Economy Context: Malaysia’s GDP grew 5.8% in Q2, but agriculture lagged—another reminder that growth isn’t evenly felt.
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