AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Shock: Iran says the Strait will stay restricted unless US conditions are met, keeping oil and gas prices jumpy and adding fresh pressure to energy-dependent economies. Markets & Inflation: Wall Street cooled ahead of US inflation data as investors weigh whether higher oil will feed through to consumer prices and rate hikes. Credit Watch: Fitch affirmed India’s BBB- rating, citing solid growth but warning youth unemployment risks and noting energy shock spillovers from the Middle East. UAE Travel Update: UAE travellers face longer waits for the new Schengen permit as ETIAS timelines slip, with no immediate change for trips. Banking Impact: New Zealand’s ASB reported profit pressure tied to the Middle East-driven oil price shock and higher costs, while still seeing deposit growth. Energy & Renewables: Oman’s 120 MW Jaalan Bani Bu Ali wind project reached financial close, supporting the clean power push. Local Food Security: The Philippines backs enoki mushroom expansion to cut import dependence, aiming for fresher, traceable supply. RMB Push: China designated Deutsche Bank as an offshore yuan clearing bank in Frankfurt, boosting cross-border RMB settlement access for Europe.
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