AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInvestment and Jobs: Malaysia approved RM218.5 billion in investments for the first half of 2026, up 11.7% year over year, with 99,030 jobs expected. Officials say success will also depend on technology transfer and higher-skilled work. Energy Consolidation: EQT agreed to acquire Range Resources in an all-stock deal valuing the combined company at more than $50 billion; the deal is expected to close in early 2027. Capital Flows: Kuwait expects about $16 billion in investment inflows this year, driven by the Shaheen project, with analysts urging a focus on productive sectors. Business Costs: UK firms warn a reported 3.9% minimum-wage increase could strain hiring as employers face higher payroll, energy and business-rate costs. Tax Incentives: Houston City Council is set to vote on stricter requirements for companies receiving tax breaks, including enforceable commitments on jobs and wages. Currency Risk: Brazilian companies sharply increased stablecoin trading on election day, using dollar-pegged assets to hedge against pressure on the real.
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