ARPA now funds a flexible range of projects ARPA is a $1.9 trillion spending package that rewards $350 billion to state and local governments. The States will receive about 195 billion dollars; metropolitan areas will receive approximately $45 billion; and counties and other departments will receive the rest. State and local governments may use ARPA […]
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The ICAI requests a penalty waiver until March 31 for the filing of tax audit reports
The umbrella body of chartered accountants ICAI has requested until March 31 to file tax audit reports without penalties, citing the coronavirus pandemic situation and the “constant technical problems” encountered when using the new IT portal. In this regard, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) submitted a representation to the Chairman of the […]
Kaua’i averted ‘eviction tsunami’ as wealthy homebuyers pushed up prices
LIHU’E – New legislation, construction projects and the fallout from COVID-19 rocked Kaua’i’s housing crisis in 2021, though it is too early to fully understand the ramifications of last year. County Housing Agency director Adam Roversi said the coronavirus pandemic had driven out-of-state buyers and renters to Kaua’i in 2021. “For the record, (they) appear […]
U.S. Colleges Switch to Distance Learning Despite Millions of Dollars Drawn from Coronavirus Aid Funding
Columnist Bill McGurn is responding to a growing number of schools considering distance learning in response to the COVID wave on “Fox Business Tonight.” Colleges and universities across America received millions of dollars in government funding over the coronavirus pandemic, some of which were intended to help them safely reopen their campuses to in-person learning. […]
Every tech support task you should be doing for your family this week
Being with family while on vacation is wonderful for many reasons, but free tech support is somewhere in the top five. For some people, this year is the first time they have reunited with their extended family since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. This means that many less tech-savvy members of your group may […]
After 2 years of COVID, farmers seek to make a difference in 2022
Wisconsin farmers have had a tough few years. Recent investments could help reverse this trend. An extremely difficult profession for decades, farming in Wisconsin has only become more difficult in almost two years since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Difficulties in finding sufficient manpower. Increased spending. Sales of animals delayed or abandoned due to […]
Inland Empire Group Seeks $ 100 Million In Federal Grants To Promote Racial Equity In Logistics Industry – Daily Bulletin
An Inland Empire collective of nearly 100 members – from universities and nonprofits to industry leaders, small businesses, unions and advocates – prepare to apply for federal funding $ 100 million to promote racial equity and sustainability in the region booming logistics sector, said a spokesperson for the collaboration. The collective Inland Economic Growth and […]
Morocco receives great support from the United States
On Saturday, October 30, Morocco received a shipment of 850,590 doses of the German-American vaccine Pfizer-BioNTech from the United States as part of the Covax program. In addition, the United States has provided financial assistance of $ 2 million to support Morocco’s efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic. The reception ceremony took place at Casablanca […]
EU provides € 125 million in macro-financial assistance to Bosnia and Herzegovina – The European Sting – Critical News & Insights on European Politics, Economy, Foreign Affairs, Business & Technology
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is presented to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission, on behalf of the EU, has provided € 125 million in macro-financial assistance (MFA) to Bosnia and Herzegovina. This disbursement is part of the Emergency MFA of € 3 billion for ten enlargement and neighborhood partners, which aims […]
Businesses and Organizations Keep the American Red Cross Prepared for Disasters
To be prepared for disasters large and small, and to help better prepare the country for emergencies, the Red Cross depends on annual donations from generous donors. ADGP and Disaster Responder members, along with their employees and clients, commit to making financial and in-kind donations throughout the year before disasters to ensure the organization has […]
Governor Hochul announces expanded eligibility for $ 800 million small business recovery grant program in COVID-19 pandemic
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced New York State’s $ 800 million COVID-19 changes Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grants Program which will allow more small businesses to apply for financing. As of today, businesses with revenues of up to $ 2.5 million can apply for grants, up from $ 500,000 previously. In addition, the limit for […]
Fourth dunning check to date: what is behind the surge in recurring payments?
The IRS issued more than 169 million payments during the third round of direct stimulus aid, with more than 2 million people in July receiving checks for $ 1,400. But some lawmakers are pushing for a fourth round of stimulus aid that would effectively send recurring payments until the pandemic is over. So far, the […]
Louisville Metro, UofL looking for ideas for the federal regional Build Back Better challenge
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Louisville Metropolitan Government and the University of Louisville are planning to submit a joint application for funding to the US Economic Development Administration’s New Regional Build Back Better Challenge and are hosting a public presentation meeting to bring together several project ideas that could be part of the project. ‘a broader […]
“Pakistan will one day help poor countries instead of begging for financial aid”: Imran Khan
“No country can become a worthy nation if it continues to depend on aid,” Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Saturday during a PTI speech in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Galvanizing support ahead of general elections in the region, Imran Khan said Pakistan was on a path that would one day help support other nations […]
David Y. Igé | GOVERNOR’S OFFICE PRESS RELEASE: GOVERNOR IGE INFORM LEGISLATION, CHIEF JUSTICE THAT THE MORATORIUM ON EVICTIONS WILL BE LIFT ON 6 AUGUST – STATE URGES RESIDENTS TO REQUEST MEDIATION, AVAILABLE ASSISTANCE
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE PRESS RELEASE: GOVERNOR IGE INFORM LEGISLATION, CHIEF JUSTICE THAT THE MORATORIUM ON EVICTIONS WILL BE LIFT ON 6 AUGUST – STATE URGES RESIDENTS TO REQUEST MEDIATION, AVAILABLE ASSISTANCE Posted on July 15, 2021 in COVID-19, COVID-19 Press Releases, Latest News, Press Room, Press Releases For the video click here For photos click here […]
Australia’s recovery plans for Covid remain uncertain due to delta variant
A person exercises at the Sydney Opera House on a foggy start to the day on June 30, 2021 in Sydney, Australia. Lockdown restrictions continue as NSW health authorities work to contain a growing cluster of Covid-19. Brook Mitchell | Getty Images News | Getty Images A recent spike in Covid cases has prompted Australian […]
Support for Biden erodes among Democrats as US looks beyond pandemic
NEW YORK, June 30 (Reuters) – US President Joe Biden has seen an erosion of support since April, mainly from his fellow Democrats, as his administration struggles with Congress to keep his election promises and increasingly more Americans worried about uneven economic recovery, Reuters / Ipsos polls show. A national opinion poll from June 11 […]
Namibia: Tax-registered businesses get cheap loans
THE government has created a facility with commercial banks to allow tax-registered businesses to take out cheaper loans if they face cash flow constraints due to the Covid-19 lockdown. This facility is also made available to individuals who pay taxes on employees, as well as self-employed workers who have lost all or part of their […]
United States processes over $ 500 billion in small business loans to stem coronavirus fallout | Money
The average loan size in the second round of PPP loan processing was US $ 79,000. Reuters photo WASHINGTON, May 4 – The United States has provided more than US $ 500 billion (RM 2.15 trillion) in loans to small businesses hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, and approximately US $ 145 billion remains in […]
US Provides More Than $ 500 Billion In Small Business Loans Amid COVID-19
The United States has provided more than $ 500 billion in loans to small businesses hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic and about $ 145 billion remains in the congressional-approved fund, the Small Business Administration and the department said on Sunday. from the United States Treasury. The SBA has processed approximately 2.2 million loans worth […]
Government-backed coronavirus loans and holiday bill exceed £ 60bn
More than £ 40 billion has been loaned under four government loan programs designed to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. The Treasury has revealed that rebound bank loans to businesses reached £ 28.1 billion through June 21 for 921,229 companies, out of 1.12 million applications. The loans are 100% guaranteed by the taxpayer. He […]
UK launches 100% state-guaranteed rebound loans: CityAM
Smaller businesses in the UK will be able to apply for so-called rebound loans of up to £ 50,000 from today, fully backed by the state. The government’s rebound loan program provides micro-loans worth 25% of turnover, up to £ 50,000, just 24 hours after application. The minimum loan amount is £ 2,000 and there […]
Feds: Man fraudulently requested $ 13 million in COVID-19 loans – Boston News, Weather, Sports
BOSTON (AP) – A Massachusetts man is accused of fraudulently seeking for his information technology company more than $ 13 million in government loans intended for businesses struggling due to the coronavirus pandemic, said Wednesday federal prosecutors. Elijah Majak Buoi, 38, of Winchester, has been charged with four counts of wire fraud and false reporting […]
Cameroon: Proparco offers a guarantee of more than 3 billion CFA francs to support loans to local SMEs affected by Covid-19
(Business in Cameroon) – Proparco (a subsidiary of the French Development Agency focused on private sector development) recently announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Société Générale Cameroon to guarantee loans (5 million euros a little more than 3 billion FCFA) granted by this bank to Cameroonian SMEs and SMIs impacted by the Covid-19 […]
Center ready to provide up to 100% credit guarantees for MSME loans: sources
New Delhi / Mumbai: The Indian government has confirmed a proposal to guarantee loans to small businesses by financial institutions as it seeks to revive business when the coronavirus lockdown begins to ease, a government source said and two bank managers. “Up to 100% of loans to MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises) would be […]
The mortgage guarantee program offering 95% loans to bring first-time buyers on the scale confirmed in the budget
RISHI Sunak confirmed that first-time buyers who are struggling to secure a mortgage can access the property ladder with just a 5% down payment. The Chancellor unveiled the scheme in today’s budget, which will see the government backing home buyers’ mortgages with just 5% down on homes worth up to £ 600,000. ?? Read our […]
Extended leave and business loan programs
Today, December 17, the Chancellor announced that the leave will be extended until the end of April 2021. For the time being, the leave scheme will remain at full rate, with the government continuing to contribute 80 percent of wages, however, Rishi Sunak suggested he would review employer contributions in January. The eligibility criteria for […]
Nissan receives record 130 billion yen loan guaranteed by Japan
The Development Bank of Japan granted a record 130 billion yen ($ 1.2 billion) to Nissan Motor Co. in May with a guarantee that the government will pay back most of it if the automaker defaults in difficulty, sources familiar with the matter said Monday. . The guarantee is part of the 180 billion yen […]
Time is running out for Bury businesses to apply for Greater Manchester Bounce Back loans
TIME is running out for businesses in Bury struggling to apply for loans up to £ 50,000 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Greater Manchester Combined Authority launched a £ 10million GM Bounce Back (BBLS) loan program in November to specifically support small and medium-sized businesses such as independent traders, entrepreneurs and business owners. The […]
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey pledges $ 3 million to guaranteed income programs
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is donating $ 3 million to a network of mayors fighting the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Drew Angerer / Getty Images For the latest news and information on the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey on Thursday pledged to donate $ 3 million […]
Over 1.1 million small business loans canceled by recently reopened paycheck protection program
WASHINGTON, DC (WWTI) – More than a million loans have already been canceled for small businesses across the country. The Small Business Administration of the United States announced that it canceled more than 1.1 million Paycheck Protection Program loans during the recently opened first draw period. According to the SBA, this has totaled more than […]
Coronavirus Aid Bill Bans Trump and His Family from Receiving Hospitality Industry Loans
The $ 2 trillion economic aid deal struck overnight Tuesday includes a provision prohibiting President Trump or members of his family from personally benefiting from the money made available to businesses, said Wednesday morning Senatorial Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. Schumer said the provisions were not specifically aimed at Trump but applied to “any major figure […]
RO Gov. to guarantee Tarom bank loans, Blue Air
The Romanian government will complete the notification procedure for the state aid granted to the two airlines Tarom (state-owned) and Blue Air (private) by the end of July. The Ministry of Transportation announced it after the latest round of talks with representatives of the two companies on July 27. State aid will take the form […]
Philippine central bank to help provide small business loans
MANILA: The central bank of the Philippines stepped in to encourage banks to lend to small businesses reeling from the economic fallout from the Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. A new rule allowing banks to account for new loans to micro, small and medium enterprises as compliance with reserve requirements is in fact a reduction in the […]
Guarantee 100% of COVID-19 commercial loans or face economic crisis, RHA government warns
Carriers are struggling to access loans through the government’s Business Interruption Loans (CBILS) program, which could leave hundreds of operators facing financial ruin, the RHA warned. The news comes on the same day that the trucking industry sent a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson begging for more help during the coronavirus pandemic to […]