AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGlobal Markets & Rates: The ECB looks set to stay hawkish as EUR/USD finds support, while the US waits on fresh labour data with job openings jumping to 7.62m in April. Central Banking (India): RBI held the repo rate at 5.25% and kept a “neutral” stance, projecting FY27 growth at 6.6% as it weighs oil-price risks and rupee pressure. Geopolitics & Energy: The OECD warns the Iran-linked energy shock could push growth toward recession if disruptions drag into 2027, and Europe’s transport chief says there’s no jet fuel shortage yet despite Hormuz worries. US Foreign Policy: The US House passed a bill to aid Ukraine and sanction Russia, signaling impatience with the administration’s war approach. Russia Economy: Putin is set to address “Russian Davos” as Ukraine drone strikes and high rates squeeze growth. India Capital Flows: India exempted FIIs’ capital gains on government securities to attract foreign investment and cushion the economy from West Asia fallout. Business & Tech: Dubai launched “SME in a Box” to speed up business setup; Technogym and World Athletics unveiled the Run X treadmill championships. Trade & Industry (Turkey): Turkey’s defense and aerospace exports surged, while renewables capacity jumped 55% over five years.
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