View in Browser Dear Readers, The past days did not produce a single defining headline for India’s SMB community, rather it revealed something more important. With uncertainties building up, the coming period on the calendar is a checkpoint for Indian SMBs to see whether they are equipped to grow in a world where local vision and global trade stress move together. Here’s a complete look at what moved, shook, and shaped India’s SMB community in the past days and what we have in store for July. MAJOR MOVEMENTS IN FOCUS SMB SPOTLIGHT: JUNE EDITION Be featured in July's Spotlight Every month, we shine a light on a business or founder from within the SMBConnect community. If you have a story of growth, resilience, or smart use of government schemes and technology, we want to hear it. Being featured reaches over 2 lakh SMB owners and decision-makers across India. Write to Pooja Kundoo at pooja.kundoo@asrmedia.in. JULY 2026 WATCHLIST EVENTS & COMMUNITY A future-focused gathering to empower businesses with structured, 360° marketing strategies by uniting top brands, industry leaders and proven solution providers to deliver the clarity -led sessions, and high-value networking opportunities shaping the next era of marketing innovation. Cities In Focus Interested in attending, partnering, or speaking? Connect with us: rahul.upadhyay@asrmedia.in & +91 9218028464 cheshta.minocha@asrmedia.in & +91 9899335322 List your business on The Rise Join the SMBConnect Elite: Premium Provider Circle Elevate your brand by joining our exclusive community of trusted service providers. We offer a direct bridge to India’s MSME leaders looking for expertise across every industry vertical. • A Trusted Network: Visualizing your reach to over 1 lakh SMBs. • Massive Digital Reach: Highlighting connection with 2 lakh+ decision-makers. • High-Traffic Visibility: Showcasing the 500+ daily unique hits. • On-Ground Engagement: Emphasizing your presence at major events. Publicize. Promote. Grow. Ready to scale? List Your Services Today © 2026 SMB Connect. All rights reserved.