AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoU.S.-Iran Sanctions: The U.S. Treasury (OFAC) added an Iran-based procurement network to its sanctions list, alleging it impersonated U.S. small businesses to buy restricted goods for Iran’s defense bodies—another direct hit to cross-border SME supply chains. UAE Trade: The UAE used the Eurasia Economic Forum in Astana to push deeper trade ties with the Eurasian bloc, highlighting non-oil trade growth and Kazakhstan as a key partner—good news for regional exporters and logistics SMEs. South Africa Business Rescue: South Africa’s business rescue success rates rose to 66% in 2026 (from 55% pre-Oct 2023), with small firms faring better—an encouraging signal for distressed SMEs seeking a second chance. Energy Costs & SME Pressure: Reports point to rising costs tied to the Iran war and broader energy shocks, with small businesses struggling to keep up—especially where fuel, power, and insurance premiums climb together. Digital Tools for SMEs: Dubai-based Canborsa launched a beta for a perpetual DEX for tokenized real-world assets, aiming to make 24/7 trading more accessible for smaller players.
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