Survey: businesses give their efficiency a 7 out of 10 and see biggest potential in infrastructure
A recent survey reveals that businesses in Lithuania rate their operational efficiency at 7 out of 10, with infrastructure improvements cited as key to enhancing this efficiency.
Credits: Delinquency Increases in Companies and Hits SMEs Harder
An increase in delinquency rates among companies is significantly affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Argentina, especially highlighted by a recent Banco Provincia report.
March 23 Personnel Changes
The article details personnel changes within various departments of the South Korean government, including the Ministry of Finance and Economy and the Small and Medium Enterprises and Startups Agency.
Liberia: Tourism Authority, Standards Body Rally Support for SMEs
Top officials in Liberia emphasize the importance of supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to drive economic growth, particularly in the tourism sector.
Mexico requires greater productive credit: SHCP
Mexican Finance Secretary Edgar Amador highlights the necessity for increased productive credit to stimulate economic growth, particularly for micro, small, and medium enterprises.
President Yoon: 'Abuse' of SMEs is undermining innovation
President Yoon Suk-yeol expressed concerns that the exploitation of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) by large corporations hinders innovation and competitiveness.
SMEs: The Backbone of Mexico
The article discusses the crucial role that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play in Mexico's economy and the government's initiatives to enhance their access to credit.
The subsidized promotion of SMEs in foreign markets will last another four years
The Polish Ministry of Development and Technology will implement the 'Internationalization of SMEs - Brand HUB' project starting January 1, 2024, aimed at increasing the growth potential and sales volume of Polish small and medium enterprises in foreign markets until December 31, 2029.
WhatsApp says small businesses will subsidize OpenAI after Cade's decision
WhatsApp has announced that small and medium enterprises will subsidize major AI companies like OpenAI following a regulatory decision against its chatbot messaging fees in Brazil.
SMEs Receive More Orders: 'We Think This Increase Only Relates to the Situation with Colombia'
Small and medium-sized enterprises in Ecuador are experiencing an increase in orders, partly attributed to the situation with Colombia.
Action by Banxico
The Bank of Mexico is reportedly working to modify accounts for small and medium-sized enterprises following a meeting with financial authorities and the president.
The party and government say it is necessary to alleviate the burden of rising fuel prices on small and medium-sized enterprises through supplementary budgets
The South Korean government and the ruling party plan to expedite key legislation aimed at improving market conditions while also supporting small businesses affected by rising fuel prices due to conflicts in the Middle East.
Craftsmanship. Sofia Capellini (AEFI): “At MIDA, you can observe the growth of SMEs and the innovation of Italian craftsmanship”
The International Crafts Fair (MIDA) in Florence celebrates its 90th edition, highlighting Italian craftsmanship and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Greater funding for SMEs is a demand issue, not a supply issue
Access to banking credit for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Mexico hinges on their formalization, according to Tomás Ehrenberg, director of Grupo Financiero Ve por Más.
Utilizing SNS for Labor Negotiations: Initiatives for Small and Medium Enterprises During the Spring Labor Offensive
Small and medium enterprises in Japan are increasingly leveraging social media to enhance their labor negotiations in light of recent wage disputes involving major corporations.
The Attention of SMEs is the Major Pending Issue for the Sector: Kapital
Kapital's CEO highlighted that despite advances in banking support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), significant challenges remain in providing adequate financing and support to this crucial sector of the economy.
Delays, energy costs, and exports: small and medium enterprises in crisis
Small and medium enterprises in Italy are facing significant challenges due to soaring energy costs, delivery delays, and decreasing demand, largely influenced by the ongoing Gulf war.
Government and IDB want to expand access for small businesses to Europe after EU-Mercosur agreement
The Brazilian government has announced a program to facilitate micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises' access to the European market following a free trade agreement with the EU.
Walmart Boosts SMEs
Walmart Mexico and Central America launched the Pabellón Pyme 2026 to support small and medium enterprises during their Annual Meeting.
800 companies in India in crisis... billions of dollars at risk, impact of Iran-US War
Around 800 small and medium enterprises in India face investment risks amounting to billions due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US.
The credit for small and medium enterprises deteriorates: overdue payments rise and rejected checks due to lack of funds remain high
Small and medium enterprises in Argentina are facing increased overdue payments and a rise in rejected checks due to financial strains caused by high interest rates and decreased sales.
ETE Research: 1 in 4 SMEs Willing to Enhance Their Investment Activity
One in four small and medium-sized enterprises expressed a willingness to boost their investment activity in the current semester, prior to the outbreak of the war in the Middle East.
Domestic small businesses see a decrease in first-time startups and a significant increase in re-startups
The proportion of first-time startups has decreased among small businesses in South Korea, while the rate of re-startups has significantly increased, according to a recent survey by the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Startups.
The Seimas will consider proposals allowing small and medium-sized enterprises to attract more funds
The Lithuanian Parliament is set to discuss proposals aimed at enhancing the visibility and financing options for small and medium enterprises through a unified European information platform.
Alarming report from the World Bank. Poland at the end of innovation in Europe
A World Bank report highlights Poland's low level of innovation among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) compared to the EU, pointing out systemic weaknesses and the need for improved collaboration between academia and business.
Ransomware Attacks Become More Sophisticated → Recovery Costs Increase, 'Significantly Affects Lives'
The increasing sophistication of ransomware attacks is leading to higher recovery costs, with significant impacts on daily life, according to a recent report from Japan's National Police Agency.
Justice Reform, Conflavoro's Conference in Rome
A conference titled 'Businesses at the Polls: Their Choice on Justice' took place in Rome, focusing on a national survey about businesses' awareness and opinions on justice reform.
“Unprecedented Low Prices for Copyright Transfer” The Japan Fair Trade Commission Investigates Improper Transactions Regarding Intellectual Property
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has released a report detailing improper transactions related to the transfer of intellectual property rights from small- and medium-sized enterprises, highlighting numerous practices that may violate antitrust laws.
Transportation Disruptions and Non-Payment Due to Middle East Situation: Damage Realized for 76 Small and Medium Enterprises
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has severely disrupted exports for small and medium enterprises in South Korea, resulting in payment issues and logistical complications.
BOI, GEN Nigeria deepen support for MSMEs
The Global Entrepreneurship Network Nigeria and the Bank of Industry are enhancing their collaboration to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria.
A global leader in logistics solutions has landed in the country
Mail Boxes Etc. has opened its first service center in Argentina, aiming to cater to small and medium enterprises with customized logistics solutions.
Capeipi: 'For every $1 million spent on Ecuadorian products, between 40 and 60 direct and indirect jobs are created'
The president of Capeipi, Francisco Vergara, highlights the importance of consuming locally produced goods in the face of ongoing trade relations with Colombia.
Latvia's Association of Small and Medium Enterprises Calls on Parliament to Amend VAT Law
The Latvia's Association of Small and Medium Enterprises urges the Saeima to amend the VAT law to reduce bureaucratic burdens on small businesses.
They see potential in banking the corporate sector
Executives from Masari Casa de Bolsa emphasize the need for increased company formation and banking opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Mexico.
Retail sales of SMEs fell by 5.6% year-on-year in February
Retail sales of small and medium-sized enterprises in Argentina fell by 5.6% year-on-year in February, as reported by CAME, with only pharmacies showing a slight improvement.
D. Tsiodras: Asks for easier access for SMEs to digital transformation programs
Greek MEP Dimitris Tsiodras calls for simplified access to digital transformation funds for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
This is Google's AI for creating free marketing and social media campaigns
Google has launched Pomelli, an AI tool designed to assist small and medium enterprises in creating personalized marketing and social media campaigns at no cost.
What is Pomelli, Google's new artificial intelligence for brand content?
Pomelli is a new AI developed by Google Labs and Google DeepMind that automates the creation of marketing campaigns and social media content for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Emergency Logistics Voucher Established by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups in Response to Middle East Situation; Extension of Loan Maturity Also Under Consideration
The Ministry of SMEs and Startups in South Korea has introduced an 'emergency logistics voucher' to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) facing difficulties due to the ongoing Middle East crisis while also considering extending loan maturities for affected companies.
Technological transformation proceeds differently where women are leaders. Interesting data
A recent study indicates that in Poland, the role of women in leadership positions correlates with faster and bolder technological transformation in small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
More credit should be directed towards fostering productivity
A banking CEO emphasizes the need for credit to focus more on enhancing productivity rather than consumer spending, especially in light of the high delinquency rates observed in certain segments of the financial system.
Financial Services Commission supports SMEs with 13.3 trillion won due to instability in the Middle East
South Korea's Financial Services Commission is implementing a financial support program worth 13.3 trillion won for small and medium-sized enterprises affected by the political instability in the Middle East.
Taxation: Proposal for 10 Changes for Fairer and More Effective Financial Penalties
The president of the Economic Chamber of Greece is raising concerns about stricter penalties for late, inaccurate, and zero tax filings under new tax legislation, highlighting negative impacts on small and medium enterprises.
At the Chamber, the cross-sectional conference on gaming raises the alarm: without balanced reform, the sector will die
A cross-party conference in the Italian Chamber of Deputies warns that without timely and balanced reforms to the gaming sector, thousands of small and medium enterprises risk closure, jeopardizing tens of thousands of jobs.
Small is Beautiful - and Macroeconomically Counterproductive
The article discusses the implications of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on the economy, highlighting their significance in terms of productivity and employment.
Reconsideration of Age Limit for Subsidies on Heatstroke Prevention Products for Small and Medium Enterprises
Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is considering abolishing the age limit for subsidies on heatstroke prevention products, expanding eligibility beyond those aged 60 and older.
Opinion. Recovery of Export VAT: An Odyssey for SMEs
The article discusses the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Argentina when recovering VAT on exports, highlighting the negative economic impacts of delays in refunds.
BEE4: The Arrival of FÁCIL Excites the Access Market, but the Situation Limits Heating Up
The implementation of the FÁCIL program is expected to boost the access market for small and medium enterprises in Brazil, despite economic challenges.
Survey: Many Finnish Small Businesses are in Economic Difficulties
A recent survey reveals that many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Finland are experiencing economic difficulties as their confidence wavers.
Stock Exchange: Incentives for the Introduction of New Companies Should Be Provided
Top representatives from European and Greek capital markets are advocating for the removal of administrative barriers and the introduction of incentives to attract new companies to the Athens Stock Exchange.