AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGeopolitics & Energy Markets: A US-Iran framework deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz sent oil sharply lower and stocks higher, lifting risk sentiment across Asia and easing near-term inflation fears, though analysts warn energy normalization could still take months. Asian Markets & Flows: Foreign investors extended net selling across most Asian markets, with Taiwan the biggest outflow source, while the Philippines saw a brief rebound as unemployment improved. India Markets & Policy: India’s Sensex and Nifty jumped on the peace deal and falling oil; separately, India notified FX rule amendments to widen overseas individual access to listed equities, raising portfolio investment limits. Business Climate & Costs: Malaysia’s economy ministry expects inflation to stay in a 1.5%-2.5% range this year despite energy and geopolitical pressures. Energy Transition: Victoria’s State Electricity Commission rolled out new renewable electricity products for businesses, including fixed-price and demand-shifting options. Corporate & Regulation: Japan and Britain agreed to deepen economic security and tech cooperation, with major infrastructure and offshore wind investment pledges. Local Economy Watch: Bhopal set up a 24x7 flood control room and revamped property-tax monitoring after a Rs 14 lakh scam.
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