AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSmall-Business Priorities: New Zealand chamber leaders say businesses want less red tape, faster payment from large customers and no new taxes, with infrastructure investment also a priority. Big Tech: Microsoft reported $10 billion in commercial revenue from OpenAI deals in its fiscal first quarter, as overall revenue reached $92.3 billion and cloud growth hit 30%. Tax Policy: Japan is weighing a corporate tax increase to fund higher defense spending; business groups warn it could weaken investment. Consumer Prices: The FTC and 20 states are suing Dollar General, alleging stores repeatedly charged shoppers more than advertised and failed to fix known pricing problems. Digital Commerce: The Philippines’ trade agency and Mastercard are partnering to help small businesses adopt digital payments and reach more customers. Company Results: MYR Group posted record third-quarter revenue of $1.26 billion and net income of $60 million, citing demand for electrical infrastructure. Trade: Indonesia-UAE trade reached about $6.4 billion in 2025, with Indonesian exports to the UAE up 75% since 2022 under a bilateral trade pact.
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