AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGeopolitics & Markets: Malaysia’s deputy economy minister said the renewed US-Iran conflict is pushing up oil and could raise industrial input costs, with the government readying supply, price-stabilising and resilience measures. Trade & Growth: RHB Investment Bank lifted Malaysia’s 2026 export growth forecast to 21.7% on stronger year-to-date performance, while June trade data showed exports up 45.4% and a 74th straight month of surplus. AI for SMEs: The Philippines is partnering with Land Bank and DICT to build AI-enabled digital tools to help micro, small and medium firms improve creditworthiness and digitize loan processes. Energy Investment: Eleven Power plans to invest INR 4,700 crore in a renewable-led parallel electricity distribution network in Gurugram and Nuh. Corporate Moves: Blackstone agreed to invest in South Korea’s Futronic to back robotics and motion-control demand. EU Circular Economy: The EU’s ban on large firms destroying unsold clothing and footwear took effect, forcing alternatives like resale, donation or reuse. Fraud Watch: Malaysia’s PM said KWAP’s eFishery investment will be fully investigated by MACC.
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