AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFed Power Shift: Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chair, inheriting a policy dilemma as inflation stays elevated and the Iran-linked oil shock lifts gasoline and mortgage costs—while markets weigh whether the Fed will lean toward hikes instead of cuts. Public Mood: A new Gallup poll shows US economic confidence at its worst since 2022, with most Americans saying conditions are getting worse, raising political pressure ahead of midterms. Energy Shock Ripple: Europe is bracing for stagflation-style tradeoffs as fuel-price support debates intensify and gas-stock risks grow if Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist. Trade Diplomacy: APEC ministers doubled down on open, rules-based trade amid protectionism fears, while the EU pushed to rebalance its China relationship after a massive goods deficit. Tech & Industry: The US backed $2B in quantum computing investments, and the government-to-government push for AI and innovation is spreading from boardrooms to policy meetings. Local Cost Relief: Sabah and Labuan in Malaysia start a nine-day maximum-price scheme around Kaamatan and Gawai to cushion essentials. Regional Finance: Bank of Ghana renewed calls for interoperable African payments to cut the cost of cross-border trade.
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