AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGreen Transition: Malaysia says its climate targets should create opportunities for small firms while protecting livelihoods and keeping energy affordable. Storefront Support: San Francisco’s grants helped 74 businesses open or expand; 11 later closed, and the city has committed $5.3 million across three funding rounds. SME Innovation: Singapore will invest S$120 million over five years in innovation centres for small and midsize firms. Digital Payments: India’s GTRI is urging the government to scrap a proposed 0.4% merchant fee on UPI transfers above Rs 2,000, warning it could squeeze small-business earnings and push up prices. Skills Pipeline: Oxfordshire employment lawyers are calling for more apprenticeships as SME apprenticeship starts remain nearly half below pre-levy levels. Growth Capital: India approved a ₹10,000-crore fund for direct equity investment in SMEs, aiming to help high-growth firms scale and compete globally.
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