AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSME Finance Access: GCash’s lending arm Fuse backs MSMEs with more accessible digital working-capital loans via GLoan Negosyo, aiming to cut the paperwork barrier that keeps many small firms out of formal credit. Banking & Digital Assets: Israel’s Bank Leumi is partnering with Galaxy to let customers trade Bitcoin, Ether and Solana inside its Leumi Trade app from early 2027—an SMB-relevant shift as banks broaden services beyond traditional accounts. Entrepreneurship Support in Israel: Jerusalem nonprofit MATI helps new immigrants and underserved entrepreneurs launch and grow businesses through tailored mentoring and city-linked programs. Diaspora Money Flows: Dahabshiil’s role in Somali diaspora finance is highlighted as remittances keep households afloat and can seed small business investment where banking access is limited. Tech & Startup Push (Türkiye): Türkiye’s fast-growing ICT and AI push—backed by major data centre and AI investment plans and large-scale talent training—signals more opportunity for local tech SMEs. SME Cost Pressure (Canada): Canada’s end of a federal gas/diesel fuel excise tax break is set to raise operating costs for small businesses, with restaurant owners warning about shipping and supply-price knock-ons.
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