AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCosts and Customers: Australia’s latest rate rise could squeeze small firms from three sides: weaker household spending, pricier business loans and higher mortgage payments for owner-operators. Revenue growth for the typical Square seller was just 3.9%, barely above inflation. Credit Access: India’s central bank is pressing ahead with plans to bar most non-bank lenders from offering revolving credit, prompting firms to test fixed-term alternatives that could change how small businesses borrow. Customer Trust: A fuel-card company agreed to pay $100 million after allegedly promising savings while charging small businesses hidden fees. Holiday Sales: Canadian shoppers are showing strong support for local businesses, while Small Business Saturday marketing guides offer ideas for turning that goodwill into sales.
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