AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTax and Payments: Australia has delayed the tax office’s credit-card payment ban until June 2027 after small businesses warned they needed more time to adjust. Malaysia’s 2027 budget proposes a one-percentage-point tax cut on the first RM600,000 of business income, offering eligible firms savings of up to RM6,000. Access to Finance: U.S. SBA lending fell in fiscal 2026 as tighter credit rules took effect: 7(a) approvals dropped to 56,130 loans worth $32.4 billion, while 504 loan value fell 9%. AI and Growth: Nearly half of U.S. small and midsize businesses use AI, and adopters are more optimistic about hiring and revenue growth—though only 31% reported increased sales so far. Local Support: New York City is moving toward a fund to help small retailers hurt by prolonged roadway construction, which can cut off customers and sales. Entrepreneurship: A new UK fund will offer £50,000 in grants and coaching to five entrepreneurs aged 40 and over, targeting people who have shelved business ideas over age or fear of failure.
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