AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSME Lending: From Nov. 1, Pakistan’s SME loan applications must go through the central SMEConnect portal. Businesses can still get help at bank branches, and the portal offers application tracking—but not a guarantee of approval. Digital Sales: Small firms continue to report trouble appealing Meta account suspensions. One photographer says he lost bookings while being charged for ads he could not manage. Access to Capital: Penang’s planned technology-finance centre aims to improve funding access for SMEs and startups in its tech sector. Hiring and Confidence: UK business confidence varied sharply in October: it rose to 56% in the North East and North West, but fell to 35% in Yorkshire. Entrepreneur Finance: US startup Collective raised $100 million to expand its accounting, payroll and tax services for solo entrepreneurs. Urban Growth: A World Bank report warns that African cities need better infrastructure, planning and investment to turn rapid urban growth into productive jobs and stronger businesses.
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