AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTrade Policy at APEC: Malaysia used the APEC trade ministers meeting in Suzhou to push for a WTO-first, rules-based system, while urging practical, inclusive access to digital, AI and green benefits for micro, small and medium firms. Payments Leadership in LATAM: TransFi named Victor Lucena CEO for Latin America, betting on stablecoin-enabled cross-border payments to speed regional expansion. SME Finance Push: Philippines fintech First Circle secured a $5m sustainable facility from Cathay United Bank to expand credit for underserved SMEs. Energy Pressure on Households: Nigeria’s LPG marketers warned cooking gas is now selling above ₦1,500/kg, warning of backlash if supply and pricing don’t stabilise. Legal/Accountability: South Africa’s NPA filed to appeal a prosecutor’s contempt conviction in the “Joe Ferrari” extortion case. SMB Tech Demand: New market reports point to fast growth in storage management software, gene synthesis, and AI-in-medicine—signals of continued spend on data, biotech and healthcare automation. Local Business Support: Ghana’s Trident and the Ghana Revenue Authority rolled out a digital MSME formalisation and tax platform nationwide.
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