AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBusiness Finance: Demerara Bank has launched an annual $100 million interest-free housing loan programme, while the Small Business Bureau says women own more than half of businesses backed by its loan-guarantee scheme. Local Companies: GCCI is urging firms to collaborate and build capacity to capture opportunities in Guyana’s expanding economy. Energy: Guyana’s gas plans face fresh uncertainty: reports say Exxon’s reinjection needs could shrink or delay a proposed LNG export project, while Phoenix Park Gas Processors has been selected as preferred operator for the natural gas liquids facility. Separately, Lindsayca is seeking an additional US$102 million to complete the delayed Gas-to-Energy project, with sources saying the US Embassy is pressing for payment. Trade and Production: ECLAC projects Guyana’s goods trade value will rise 15% in 2026. In Region Six, loggers and miners are eyeing zero-interest development bank loans of up to $3 million to expand and add value to production; women’s groups in Region One will use new shade houses to grow crops and develop value-added products. Resource Governance: Guyana received about $20.8 million from CGG Services for seismic surveys in Block S4, and the government reiterated its commitment to inclusive dialogue on extractive-sector transparency at an EITI meeting.
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