AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI & SMB Growth: Meta is rolling out “Muse for Small Business,” letting SMBs set goals for its AI agent and connect tools like Shopify, Intuit QuickBooks, Slack, and more to help drive customers and revenue. Tax Compliance: The IRS now requires project-level reporting on 2026 R&D tax credit claims via mandatory Form 6765 Section G, meaning companies may need to reconstruct research-by-project records before filing. Healthcare Costs: Minnesota insurers approved double-digit premium hikes for 2027, with rising healthcare costs, inflation, drug expenses, and expiring ACA tax credits cited. Rural Capital Access: The Senate passed the Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act to expand reporting on rural small-business funding barriers and improve access to investment. Trade & Tariffs: A U.S. trade court heard skeptical questions on Trump forced-labor tariffs, with small-business challengers arguing the legal basis is shaky. Local Business Boosts: A new Binghamton affordable housing plan (Stadium Lofts) seeks LIHTC support, while Pennsylvania’s Meatheads Market received a state grant to expand processing capacity.
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