AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoShell & Energy Markets: Shell expects Q2 gas trading to jump “significantly,” but flags lower output after Middle East conflict impacts, while oil prices edge above $72 as reports of an attack near the Strait of Hormuz raise shipping risk. Real Estate & Migration: A Dallas Fed paper links the surge in illegal immigration (2021-2024) to higher housing costs across U.S. metros, adding pressure to affordability debates. Corporate Deals & Trade: Bahrain’s EDB kicks off a UK visit to deepen investment ties under the new UK-GCC free trade deal; in food trade, U.S. chilled beef gains momentum in Korea as Australia nears its safeguard cap. Tech & Business Operations: PlayStation’s reported move to end physical discs for PS5/PS6 sparks partner backlash over poor notice; Microsoft’s Xbox restructuring continues with major job cuts. Infrastructure & Power Demand: Malaysia’s TNB supplies electricity to 36 operating data centres (4.5GW planned) as demand projections soar through 2035. Regional Growth & Industry: Andhra Pradesh plans new economic regions and sector focus; Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC reports record 2025 impact, reinforcing events-driven non-oil growth. Business Services: Home Depot expands Pro Xtra with partner offers aimed at powering pros’ full workday.
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