AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSBA Lending Crackdown: The SBA stopped approving loans for non–U.S. citizens, hitting lawful green-card holders and reshaping who can access small-business credit. Labor & Pay Rules: Rocket Lawyer breaks down when interns must be paid, warning misclassification can trigger wage disputes. Local Delivery Disruption: World Cup road and truck bans in Midtown are already forcing restaurants to reschedule deliveries, a reminder that event logistics can quietly crush sales. Wage Mandates Backfire: Los Angeles’ push for a $30 “Olympic wage” is drawing criticism from small-business owners who say it raises costs without improving conditions to grow. Tariff Refunds: Senate Democrats demand the Trump administration refund unlawful tariff payments to small businesses after a Supreme Court ruling. SME Cash Pressure: UK research finds SME confidence slipping as surcharge reforms and compliance deadlines loom, with many raising prices or absorbing costs. Broadband Funding: California’s CPUC approved $18.2M for rural fiber and digital inclusion projects. Tax Planning Push: A Wisconsin CPA firm expands year-round tax planning reviews aimed at missed deductions and better cash-flow strategy. Cybersecurity for SMBs: Comcast Business rolls out a network-native security product designed to be fast to activate for small firms.
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