AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMSME Finance (Palestine): The Palestine Monetary Authority and the National Bank signed a $50m framework financing deal to expand capital access for micro, small and medium-sized businesses, with about $395m expected to be deployed via local banks under an EU-backed €400m initiative. SME Digital Growth (UAE): Keeta launched the UAE edition of “Programme ABAAD” to train and support Emirati F&B SMEs, offering digital growth tools, performance insights, and in-app recognition for merchants completing the programme. Banking Digitization (Libya): Network International partnered with National Union Bank to speed up Libya’s digital transformation, including prepaid card issuance and fraud-prevention services aimed at improving financial inclusion. Trade & Exports (Bangladesh): Readymade garment exports to the US fell 11.24% in Jan–Apr 2026, with April down 17.21%, pointing to weaker demand and lower unit prices. Local Business Impact (US, Capital Region): Small hospitality operators warned that Sysco’s planned $29.1b acquisition of Restaurant Depot could shrink wholesale options and push prices up. Regional Business Outlook (Thailand): A major business group lifted Thailand’s 2026 growth forecast but said smaller businesses haven’t yet shared in the gains.
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