AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLocal Business Relief vs. Pressure: Philadelphia City Council approved Mayor Parker’s $7B budget but killed a proposed rideshare tax, a move that could protect affordability while keeping school funding priorities intact. Small-Business Evictions: Northlake Mall stores in Tucker, GA were given 30-day eviction notices, forcing owners to scramble and raising questions about what happens to the space. SME Launch Support: Dubai’s “SME in a Box” platform aims to cut setup friction by bundling licensing, banking, payments, logistics, and telecom services through one entry point. Energy Costs for SMBs: Queensland’s regulated regional power bills are set to drop (households -6.9%, businesses -8.1%), while Colorado’s time-of-use rates push customers to shift heavy use away from peak evenings. Workforce & Community Programs: Coached By Keevil is backing UK Small Business Week, and Hawaii dive operators are using a major scuba expo to drive visitor spending that supports local jobs. Regulatory Watch: Indonesia updated e-commerce rules to explicitly include ride-hailing and online travel agents, clarifying what’s regulated in these platforms. Local Tax/Policy Debate: A Rhode Island “millionaires tax” plan is advancing in committee after business opposition, keeping the spotlight on how tax changes could affect growth.
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