AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSBA Access: New guidance recognizes qualifying content creators as small businesses, potentially opening federal lending and contracting programs to creator-led ventures. Disaster Relief: Low-interest SBA loans are available to Wisconsin businesses hit by July storms and Indiana businesses affected by June severe weather. Rural Energy: New USDA rules taking effect today make solar projects ineligible for Rural Energy for America Program funding, removing a source of support for rural businesses seeking to cut energy costs. Cybersecurity: More than half of U.S. small businesses have faced cyberattacks, while many lag in adopting protection as threats grow. Business Formation: More than 560,000 businesses were formed in September, a record for the month; year-to-date filings are up 16% from last year. Hiring: Younger small-business owners are more likely than older peers to plan staff increases, though overall hiring plans have cooled.
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