It is May 2, 2026. Yesterday, May 1st, the SBA officially activated the “Made in America Loan Guarantee” program. If your LLC manufactures products on U.S. soil, the rules of the game just shifted in your favor.
- The “Super-Guarantee”: The SBA has increased its federal guarantee to 90% for international trade loans, surpassing the 75% standard of the traditional 7(a) program.
- Key Sectors: It’s not just for heavy industry; it now includes the entire food supply chain, logistics, and agricultural production.
- The Shark Insight: “With a 90% guarantee, the bank takes almost zero risk. If your LLC carries the ‘Made in USA’ seal, this is the moment to request capital to modernize machinery or expand capacity. The government is essentially paying the insurance for your growth.”