AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHoliday Retail Watch: The National Retail Federation forecasts $13.5B in Halloween spending this year, up from $13.1B last year, with discount stores leading (39%) and online close behind (27%); notably, 13% plan to buy from local/small businesses and 47% are using AI for shopping help. SMB Tech & Security: Airties says it’s adding integrated cybersecurity to its ISP platform, turning routers into a security layer for connected homes and small businesses as cyberattacks rise. AI for Business Operations: Revenera launched new end-customer analytics so software buyers can see what they’re entitled to, what they’re using, and when renewals are due—aimed at cutting portal build-outs. Local Business Resilience: Canada’s CFIB reports small-business confidence fell in September as tariff uncertainty and energy prices weigh on optimism. Disaster Disruption: Hurricane Polo and Tropical Storm Nolo are threatening Mexico’s Pacific coast and Hawaii with heavy rain, flooding, and landslides; Verizon is preparing networks and waiving charges for affected Hawaii small-business customers. Global Growth & Trade: Trade management software demand is projected to jump to $3.04B by 2032, reflecting rising cross-border compliance complexity.
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