small business

Steady61 stories13 sourcesLast updated: 2d ago

Latest Stories

Premier Cho to visit Nantou's Shuili to boost small businesses and tourism

Premier Cho Jung-tai visited Shuili Township in Nantou County on the 13th to inspect local businesses and discuss plans to support small and medium-sized enterprises. He aims to submit a draft "Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Transformation and Upgrading Development Act" to the Legislative Yuan before the next session to facilitate equipment upgrades and business transformation, contributing to Taiwan becoming a year-round tourist destination.

自

自由时报

SBA Loan Policy Change Disqualifies Green Card Holders, Sparking Outrage

Developing

Politics·2d agoAI summary

SBA Loan Policy Change Disqualifies Green Card Holders, Sparking Outrage

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has implemented a new policy preventing green card holders from accessing its loan programs, a move that disqualifies lawful permanent residents like entrepreneur Sayuri Tsuchitani. This change, criticized by business advisors and lawmakers, aims to prioritize U.S. citizens for taxpayer-funded support, despite historical data showing immigrants' significant role in business creation and job growth.

NPR Business

SBA Loan Policy Change Excludes Green-Card Holders, Impacting Immigrant Entrepreneurs

NEWS

2d agoAI summary

SBA Loan Policy Change Excludes Green-Card Holders, Impacting Immigrant Entrepreneurs

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has introduced a policy change excluding green-card holders (lawful permanent residents) from its loan program, affecting immigrant entrepreneurs who previously relied on these loans to start and grow businesses, despite their tax contributions and significant role in U.S. entrepreneurship.

NPR Business

Developing

Business·3d agoAI summary

Nathan River Resources Mine Collapse Leaves Millions in Debt, Small Businesses Criticise NT Government

Nathan River Resources, a Singapore-owned iron ore mine in the NT, has gone into administration owing over $360M, including unpaid wages, royalties, and debts to small businesses, sparking criticism of the NT government for inaction.

ABC Top Stories

Judge Demands Immediate Refund of Duties Amidst Growing Inequity

Urgent

Law·4d agoAI summary

Judge Demands Immediate Refund of Duties Amidst Growing Inequity

A judge has ordered the immediate refund of duties, citing "growing inequity" between large and small businesses. Customs and Border Patrol plans to refund tariffs later, having processed $23 billion of an estimated $166 billion collected.

SCMP News

Kalshi bets on Knicks game to showcase hedging for small businesses

Developing

Business·6/4/2026AI summary

Kalshi bets on Knicks game to showcase hedging for small businesses

Kalshi, a prediction market platform, is partnering with a New York City bar, The Jeffery, to demonstrate its hedging strategy for small businesses. The bar placed a $5,000 trade on the Knicks winning their game against the Spurs, aiming to cover customer tabs if they win, or profit from increased business if they lose.

CNBC

Small Business Transformation: New Formula for SME Growth

Developing

Business·6/3/2026AI summary

Small Business Transformation: New Formula for SME Growth

A Russian official stated that 19 million people work in the SME sector, representing one-third of the economically active population. The sector comprises 7 million entities, with an increase in individual entrepreneurs due to structural and tax changes.

RT عربي

Russian MP Advocates for Tax Easing for Small Businesses

Politics

6/3/2026AI summary

Russian MP Advocates for Tax Easing for Small Businesses

Alfiya Kogina, Deputy Chair of the State Duma Committee for Small and Medium Business Support, advocates for easing tax conditions for Russian entrepreneurs, emphasizing dialogue with business organizations and evaluating existing support measures before implementing new ones.

Лента.ру

China's Individual Laborer Associations Showcase Top 10 Cases in Supporting Small Businesses

NEWS

6/2/2026AI summary

China's Individual Laborer Associations Showcase Top 10 Cases in Supporting Small Businesses

China's individual laborer and private enterprise associations have released 10 typical cases highlighting their efforts in supporting individual businesses. These initiatives focus on digital empowerment, brand building, financial services, and AI-driven regulatory support.

中

中国新闻网

Chinese Small Businesses Leverage Digital Tech for National and Global Expansion

Developing

Business·6/2/2026AI summary

Chinese Small Businesses Leverage Digital Tech for National and Global Expansion

Chinese small businesses, particularly in the franchise sector, are expanding nationwide and globally by adopting digital technologies and innovative supply chain models. AI is enabling personalized operations, while unique Chinese flavors are attracting international customers.

中

中国新闻网

Australian Energy Bills to Drop as Renewables Surge

Developing

Energy·5/26/2026AI summary

Australian Energy Bills to Drop as Renewables Surge

Energy bills in parts of Australia will decrease by up to 10% for households and 20% for small businesses from July, driven by record renewable energy and battery storage. Despite this, investment in new wind and solar projects has declined.

Guardian World

Energy Bills to Drop for Households and Small Businesses in Eastern States

Developing

Business·5/26/2026AI summary

Energy Bills to Drop for Households and Small Businesses in Eastern States

Energy bills in South Australia, New South Wales, and southeast Queensland will decrease by up to 10.7% for households and 20.9% for small businesses from July. This follows a record increase in renewables and battery storage in the national grid.

Guardian Australia

NEWS

5/25/2026AI summary

Australian power prices to fall up to 10% for consumers, more for businesses

Benchmark power prices in Australia are set to decrease by up to 10% for consumers and more for small businesses, driven by increased renewable energy and improved reliability of coal-fired generators. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has cut the default market offer (DMO) in several states, with Victoria also seeing a 5% reduction.

ABC Top Stories

NEWS

5/25/2026AI summary

Australian power prices to fall for consumers and businesses

Australian power prices are set to decrease for consumers and small businesses due to increased renewable energy generation and improved reliability of coal-fired power plants. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) will cut the default market offer (DMO) in several states, with benchmark prices falling by up to 10% for consumers and more for businesses.

ABC Top Stories

NEWS

5/25/2026AI summary

Australian Power Prices to Fall for Consumers and Businesses

Australian power prices are set to decrease for consumers and small businesses, with benchmark prices falling up to 10% for households and significantly more for businesses. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and Essential Services Commission have decided to cut default market offers and benchmark prices in several states, driven by increased renewable energy and better reliability from coal-fired generators.

ABC Top Stories

NEWS

5/25/2026AI summary

Australian power prices to fall for consumers and small businesses

Australian power prices are set to decrease for consumers and small businesses due to increased renewable energy and improved reliability of coal-fired generators. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) will cut the default market offer (DMO) in several states, with prices falling up to 10% for consumers and more for small businesses.

ABC Top Stories

South Korea's Small Business Ministry Reviews Starbucks Korea's Government Award Amid Controversy

Politics

5/24/2026AI summary

South Korea's Small Business Ministry Reviews Starbucks Korea's Government Award Amid Controversy

South Korea's Ministry of SMEs and Startups reviewed the possibility of revoking a government award given to Starbucks Korea following controversy over marketing slogans allegedly disrespecting the May 18th Gwangju Uprising. The ministry concluded the award would not be revoked as the original grounds for the award were unrelated to the recent incident.

연

연합뉴스

South Korea's Small Business Ministry Reviews Starbucks Korea's Government Award Amid 5.18 Controversy

Developing

Politics·5/23/2026AI summary

South Korea's Small Business Ministry Reviews Starbucks Korea's Government Award Amid 5.18 Controversy

South Korea's Ministry of SMEs and Startups reviewed whether to revoke a government award given to Starbucks Korea following controversy over marketing slogans allegedly disparaging the 5.18 Democratization Movement. The ministry concluded the award criteria were not met for revocation.

연

연합뉴스

Germany's Hybrid Village Stores Boost Profits and Community

Developing

Business·5/23/2026AI summary

Germany's Hybrid Village Stores Boost Profits and Community

German villages are reviving "Tante Emma" shops with hybrid, autonomous 24/7 access models. This innovation combats staffing shortages and rising costs, aiming to preserve community hubs and counter rural disaffection that fuels political extremism.

Guardian International

Developing

Politics·5/22/2026AI summary

Labor's Capital Gains Tax Overhaul: A Detailed Analysis

Australia's Labor government proposes changes to capital gains tax, aiming to tax investment income more like wages. The plan introduces an inflation-linked discount and a 30% minimum rate, impacting various investors, small businesses, and startups differently.

ABC Top Stories

Developing

Politics·5/22/2026AI summary

Labor's Capital Gains Tax Overhaul: A Deep Dive

Labor's proposed capital gains tax changes aim to increase tax on investment income, arguing it's unfairly taxed compared to wages. The plan introduces an inflation-linked discount and a 30% minimum tax rate, with complex implications for various investors, particularly small businesses and startups.

ABC Top Stories

NEWS

5/22/2026AI summary

Kakao Pay offers zero payment fees for new small business merchants until year-end

Kakao Pay will waive payment fees for new small business merchants until the end of the year. Businesses with annual sales under 500 million won that register by July 30 will benefit from the fee exemption on Kakao Pay Money transactions.

연

연합뉴스

Developing

Politics·5/21/2026AI summary

Sydney Council to Charge Hundreds for Park Use, Sparking Vendor Outcry

North Sydney Council plans to introduce fees for park usage, including $300 annual permits for dog walkers and up to $2,000 for three-hour event permits for gender reveals and weddings. The move aims to address millions in debt from the North Sydney Olympic Pool redevelopment.

ABC Top Stories

VistaPrint Promo Codes and Discounts for Small Businesses

NEWS

5/20/2026AI summary

VistaPrint Promo Codes and Discounts for Small Businesses

VistaPrint offers various discounts on custom marketing and personal products. New customers can get 20% off orders over $100, while signing up for the newsletter or texts provides 15% off. Business-focused codes offer additional savings.

Wired