AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoChina’s Economy: The central bank pledged stronger policy support and steps to boost domestic demand, as a $1.04 trillion trade surplus masks weak household spending and an export-heavy growth model. Rare-earth export value rose 46.4% in January–October even as volumes fell 8.7%. Markets and AI: Global stocks rebounded on CoreWeave’s forecast of adjusted profitability in the first half of 2028, easing fears about AI spending. But hotter US inflation has revived expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike, keeping investors cautious. Malaysia’s SMEs: The World Bank sees domestic demand, jobs and investment supporting growth, but says uncertainty over trade and global demand remains. The economy minister urged a shift toward better-quality financing to help smaller firms raise productivity, wages and competitiveness.
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