AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCash Flow: Small businesses are running thin: Bluevine reports 43% have less than a month of expenses in reserve, 20% have just 7–14 days, and 42% of owners have delayed their own pay. Financing: The SBA says it provided a record $100 billion in small-business support, while 7(a) lending reached a five-year high, with growth shifting toward larger loans and business acquisitions. Hiring: Small-business job growth held steady in October, but wage growth remained below 3% for the 26th straight month. AI Tools: Some Ohio and Iowa owners say AI assistants are taking on practical tasks, including grant applications and marketing work. Disaster Relief: Federal drought disaster status in seven Maine counties opens relief options for eligible businesses and nonprofits; Pawnee County businesses can also apply for drought disaster loans.
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