AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoManufacturing Push: The SBA just launched a new $50M grant initiative (up to 10 organizations) to help small manufacturers get hands-on training and technical support. Tariff Pressure, Then Pause: On May 11, the Trump administration asked the U.S. Court of International Trade to pause a ruling blocking Section 122 tariffs, warning it could disrupt talks and trigger import surges—while refunds are already starting to move for eligible importers. AI Lending Shift: A new take on lending argues credit scores alone are falling short as AI looks at more current financial behavior. Cybersecurity Funding: Australia’s budget adds $89M over four years for cyber security, including more support for services like MyGov and Centrelink. Small Business Resilience: WellStat and PointGrab unveiled an occupancy-sensing integration that aims to cut waste by making buildings respond to people, not fixed schedules. Local Impact: Michigan officials and FEMA/SBA teams are beginning flood damage assessments across 31 counties.
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