AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUK Budget Watch: Chancellor John Healey warned a tough autumn Budget is coming as Trump’s war with Iran lifts inflation, growth risks and borrowing costs. US Rates & Markets: US employers added 162,000 jobs in August, pushing Fed rate-hike odds higher; stocks slipped as Treasury yields rose. Iran Pressure Campaign: The EU joined a US-led effort to squeeze Iran’s oil and finance, while Iran signaled it wants to expand investment ties via Armenia’s Araz Free Economic Zone. Energy Supply Stress: India’s coal inventories at 50 thermal plants fell below critical levels amid monsoon disruptions, raising near-term power-supply concerns. Trade Signals: Canada’s business managers expect trade with China to rise, and Trump said he expects “great things” from a China visit. Africa Business Momentum: Nigeria’s business performance index climbed to 112.7 in August, while Zimbabwe reported inflation falling to decades-low levels. Local Business Resilience: A fire destroyed five premises at Penang’s Chew Jetty; in the UK, new subscription rules from Jan 2027 will force clearer, easier cancellations for businesses.
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