AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoGulf SME push: Sheraa launched SWIF 2026 to back women-led entrepreneurship in the UAE, using its LEAD Framework plus coaching and investor/partner access to help founders scale. SME finance gap: A new GCC-focused piece argues SMEs still get under 5% of bank lending and face fragmented support, weak asset registries, and limited dispute resolution—leaving a financing gap of $250B+. UAE tax relief: Multiple reports say the UAE extended small-business corporate tax relief until end-2029, a direct boost for cash-strapped operators planning hiring and investment. Payments growth: Yuno raised $45M Series B to scale an AI-native payments and finance operating system, with Gulf-linked investors including Rasmal Ventures and Abu Dhabi’s Further Ventures. Regulatory cost pressure: DHS finalized new fees for some H-1B/L-1 employers tied to an entry-exit biometric system, raising compliance costs for firms that sponsor talent. Local ecosystem spotlight: Dubai South Business Hub Free Zone said it’s deepening SME growth support via a strategic collaboration with DHL Express.
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