AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPayment Costs: Australia has delayed the ATO’s planned credit-card payment ban until June 30, 2027, after small businesses warned they needed more time and support. The move gives the tax office time to consult, but the card surcharge ban remains in effect. Local Grants: Huber Heights has set aside $150,000 for businesses and nonprofits, including a $25,000 allocation for small businesses. Applications are due Oct. 16, and projects must show benefits such as job creation or expansion. Climate Readiness: Greater Sudbury has released seasonal guides with practical ways for small businesses to cut energy and waste costs and prepare for climate risks. SME Funding: India approved a ₹10,000 crore growth fund to back small and medium-sized businesses, with a focus on manufacturing and technology. Clean-Tech Investment: Innovate UK is offering £5 million for battery research by UK SMEs, combining grants with private investment; applications close Nov. 25.
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