AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPayment Fees: The FTC and Washington state say processor Riverside Payments misled small businesses about savings and cancellation terms. A proposed $600,000 settlement would let affected firms exit contracts without early-termination fees. Cash Flow: A Bluevine report says most small businesses have cash buffers of just two weeks heading into 2027, leaving little room for unexpected costs. Cybersecurity: NIST has issued guidance for businesses too small to have dedicated IT staff, while new recommendations target phishing and ransomware risks. Digital Growth: Digital activity made up 9.8% of the Philippine economy in 2025. Online marketplaces, e-payments and digital tools could help MSMEs reach customers and manage operations, though financing, productivity and adoption gaps remain. Market Access: India’s FISME says revised GST e-commerce registration rules could make it easier for small businesses to sell across state lines.
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