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- ICSB Annual Global Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Report 2026
- ICSB Annual Global Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Report 2024
- ICSB Annual Global Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Report 2023
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Publishes international research on small business management and entrepreneurship, including small business finance, organization, strategy, and finance.
Publishes articles on the growth and sustainability of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, including Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and policy.
Global mission to nurture the growth and advancement of small businesses on a global scale, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Review focuses on dynamic and emerging intersections within the field of entrepreneurship.
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2026 Global MSMEs Report: The Age of Human-Centered Entrepreneurship
This year's report explores the emergence of a new entrepreneurial era. For decades, entrepreneurship was defined by growth, scale, and innovation. Today, MSMEs face a larger challenge: creating economic opportunity while advancing human well-being. As artificial intelligence transforms industries and societies, entrepreneurs are increasingly called upon to build businesses that are not only profitable, but also purposeful, inclusive, resilient, and human-centered. The 2026 Global MSMEs Report examines how this transformation is unfolding across regions, sectors, and communities worldwide.