AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBanking Fees: Australia’s ASIC is suing Commonwealth Bank, alleging 42,000 business customers — many of them small firms — were charged $8.5 million in undisclosed CommBiz fees from 2020 to 2025. CBA says it has repaid affected customers and disputes parts of the case. Local Grants: Nashville’s Nolensville Pike businesses can apply for a share of $50,000 in grants for storefronts, signs and marketing, with support planned for about 30 firms. Holiday Costs: USPS holiday shipping surcharges are adding 50 cents to $9.10 per package, putting pressure on small sellers who absorb delivery costs. Seasonal Planning: A new BBB guide urges retailers to use past sales, organize stock and plan for returns to avoid missed sales or leftover inventory. Main Street Outlook: NFIB says small-business optimism held steady in October as uncertainty eased, though owners continue to face price, labor and tax pressures.
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