AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMarkets & Energy: U.S. stocks hit fresh highs as oil slid back under $100 a barrel, easing pressure from higher Treasury yields; Europe also rose for a third straight session as investors leaned into AI-led tech optimism. Rates & Corporate Finance: A bond selloff has pushed yields higher, raising the stakes for mortgages and corporate borrowing, while dividend stocks took a hit as income investors reassessed risk. Defense Procurement: Canada tabled legislation to turn the Defence Investment Agency into a Crown corporation, aiming for faster, more independent defence procurement. Black Sea Shipping Risk: Bulgaria condemned drone attacks on two civilian vessels in its Black Sea economic zone; Zelensky blamed Russia, escalating uncertainty for trade routes. Ag & Input Costs: Record diesel prices are dragging farmer sentiment, with profitability worries likely to persist into early 2027. Business Costs at the Port: Cebu cargo-handling operators want a 25% fee hike, but local chambers urge a staggered rollout to avoid extra strain on MSMEs. Regional Growth & Jobs: Malaysia reported RM41.5bn in approved investments for Negeri Sembilan (2023–June 2026) and 21,391 semiconductor talent trainees as it targets 60,000 skilled workers by 2030.
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