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Saudi Arabia Platform Brings Financing to Small Businesses
SolutionsJun 11

Saudi Arabia Platform Brings Financing to Small Businesses

A new financing platform in Saudi Arabia is making it easier for small and medium-sized businesses to access capital tailored to their needs. ZCG Arabia combines funding with consulting and AI technology to help growing companies succeed.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)2 min read
Filipino Small Businesses Get New Green Finance Tool
InnovationApr 18

Filipino Small Businesses Get New Green Finance Tool

Millions of small businesses in the Philippines just got a powerful new way to unlock sustainable financing. A pioneering scorecard will help them track their environmental impact and attract green investment.

The Hindu2 min read
Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week
VideosMay 5

Small Businesses Show Resilience During National Week

During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Citi Deploys $100M to Help Small Businesses in Vietnam
SolutionsApr 28

Citi Deploys $100M to Help Small Businesses in Vietnam

Two major Vietnamese banks just secured over $100 million in special financing designed specifically to help small businesses grow and create jobs. The funding from Citi marks the first social trade finance deals in Vietnam, directing money where it matters most: the backbone of the country's economy.

Google News - Vietnam Growth2 min read
Costa Rica Small Business Registry Doubles in 4 Years
InnovationJul 11

Costa Rica Small Business Registry Doubles in 4 Years

Costa Rica's official small business registry has grown 97% since 2022, bringing more than 36,000 entrepreneurs into the formal economy. The shift gives thousands of business owners access to training, financing, and government support that can help them grow.

Tico Times Costa Rica2 min read
OPEC Fund Grants $50M to Vietnam Small Businesses
SolutionsJul 13

OPEC Fund Grants $50M to Vietnam Small Businesses

Vietnam's small businesses just got a major boost with a $50 million loan aimed at expanding access to capital and green energy investments. The funding will help close the financing gap for companies that employ half of Vietnam's workforce.

Google News - Vietnam Growth2 min read
Lenovo Expands Small Business Program to Global Scale
InnovationAug 18

Lenovo Expands Small Business Program to Global Scale

After supporting over 5,000 North American small businesses, Lenovo is taking its Evolve Small initiative worldwide with new AI tools, funding, and mentorship. The expanded program aims to give entrepreneurs everywhere the tech and guidance they need to thrive.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
PayPal Launches $1B Small Business Fee Waiver Program
SolutionsMay 13

PayPal Launches $1B Small Business Fee Waiver Program

PayPal is waiving processing fees on $1 billion worth of transactions to help American small businesses grow. The new Small Business Initiative will support veteran-owned companies and businesses in farming, manufacturing, and technology.

Engadget2 min read
Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity
SolutionsMar 11

Victoria's Small Businesses Win Big With Diversity

Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Ethiopia Gets €110M Loan for Rural Small Business Growth
SolutionsFeb 5

Ethiopia Gets €110M Loan for Rural Small Business Growth

The European Investment Bank is lending Ethiopia €110 million to help thousands of rural micro-enterprises and small businesses access the funding they need to grow. The Rural Finance and Development Project could transform economic opportunities across the country's underserved communities.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Small Businesses Keep 68% of Your Dollars Local
Acts of KindnessJun 1

Small Businesses Keep 68% of Your Dollars Local

Every dollar spent at a small business does triple duty—employing neighbors, supporting local charities, and funding community projects. With 36 million small businesses now employing 60 million Americans, shopping local has never mattered more.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Australia Adds $150M to Help Small Businesses Go Solar
SolutionsJul 31

Australia Adds $150M to Help Small Businesses Go Solar

Small businesses across Australia just got a major boost to go green. The government is adding $150 million in discounted loans to help companies afford solar panels, batteries, and energy-efficient equipment.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Free Program Helps 350+ Business Owners Master Their Finances
SolutionsAug 14

Free Program Helps 350+ Business Owners Master Their Finances

Many entrepreneurs struggle with basic financial skills because schools don't teach them. Now a free program is giving small business owners the confidence to take control of their numbers.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Ghana Bank Cuts Loan Collateral to Help Small Businesses
SolutionsMar 26

Ghana Bank Cuts Loan Collateral to Help Small Businesses

Ghana's Export-Import Bank just made it easier for small businesses to get loans by reducing collateral requirements. The move could unlock growth for thousands of enterprises struggling to access financing.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses
Acts of KindnessJul 7

Brazil: Women Now Lead 42% of New Small Businesses

Women entrepreneurs are reshaping Brazil's economy, launching 42% of all new small businesses and expanding far beyond traditional industries into tech, consulting, and digital innovation. Education, digital tools, and e-commerce are making it easier than ever for women to build competitive businesses.

Google News - Brazil Innovation2 min read
Vietnam Bank Gets $50M Loan to Help Small Businesses Grow
SolutionsJul 13

Vietnam Bank Gets $50M Loan to Help Small Businesses Grow

A major international fund just gave a Vietnamese bank $50 million to lend to small businesses and climate projects. The loan will help thousands of companies that employ half of Vietnam's workforce finally get the capital they need to expand.

Google News - Vietnam Growth2 min read
Tamil Nadu Launches Month-Long Loan Fair for Small Business
SolutionsMay 28

Tamil Nadu Launches Month-Long Loan Fair for Small Business

Small business owners in Thoothukudi, India have a new path to funding their dreams. The district is hosting a month-long loan fair connecting entrepreneurs with government-backed financing and subsidies.

The Hindu2 min read
Visa Launches $100M Program to Help Small Businesses Grow
VideosFeb 6

Visa Launches $100M Program to Help Small Businesses Grow

Visa just rolled out a major new platform to tackle the biggest hurdles facing small business owners: getting funding, finding customers, and using modern tech. The program kicks off with $100 million in partnership with lender Lendistry.

Fast Company2 min read
UK Adds £6.5B in Loans to Help 33,000 Small Businesses
SolutionsJul 12

UK Adds £6.5B in Loans to Help 33,000 Small Businesses

Small businesses across the UK are about to find it much easier to get the funding they need to grow. The government just announced a major expansion of loan guarantees that will help 33,000 companies over the next three years.

Independent UK - Good News2 min read
Egypt Bank Helps Small Businesses Trade Across Africa
SolutionsJun 11

Egypt Bank Helps Small Businesses Trade Across Africa

Commercial International Bank is opening African markets to Egyptian small businesses with digital tools and local currency support. The initiative turns regional trade agreements into real growth opportunities for companies ready to expand beyond borders.

Google News - Egypt Innovation2 min read

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