AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoChip Growth: AMD forecast 2027 sales growth above Wall Street expectations, powered by data-center chips, and its shares rose after hours as it seeks to challenge Nvidia. AI Spending: Investors remain wary of the cost of the AI buildout: Amazon’s planned $220 billion in 2026 spending has weighed on its shares, while tech stocks showed a mixed rebound ahead of US midterm results. Energy Deal: A US investor group led by Todd Boehly is reportedly close to a deal for Lukoil’s overseas assets, potentially swapping for frozen shares rather than paying cash. Investor Confidence: Malaysia says its $1.5 billion global sukuk drew more than $9.5 billion in orders, enabling the government to secure lower borrowing costs. Trade Outlook: An economist estimates South Africa’s loss of preferential US access under AGOA would affect about 10% of its US exports, with broader tariffs and a stronger rand posing bigger challenges. Small Business: Corpay agreed to pay $100 million to settle allegations that its fuel-card business charged customers, mostly small firms, undisclosed fees.
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