AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBusiness Confidence: Yorkshire firms’ confidence fell 10 points to 35% in October, yet 32% still plan to add staff. Businesses cited new markets, staff training and new products as growth priorities. Merchant Protections: Two Washington payment companies agreed to pay $600,000 and let clients exit contracts to settle allegations they misled small businesses about savings and cancellation terms. Financing: SBA 7(a) lending reached a five-year high, with growth shifting toward larger loans and acquisitions. Separately, new Canadian data warns that funding and cash-flow gaps put small businesses at risk of layoffs and closure. Farm Costs: Solar irrigation could help small farmers cut fuel costs and raise production, but financing remains a barrier. Cybersecurity: Small firms are being urged to get hands-on coaching to strengthen their defenses against cyber threats.
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