AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS Auto Policy & Inflation Watch: The Trump administration finalized weaker fuel-economy rules, setting a 2031 fleet average of 34.9 mpg (vs. a tighter Biden-era path), with analysts skeptical that any savings will reach drivers as the Fed readies for Wednesday’s PCE inflation test. Housing Affordability: Florida buyers are leaning on payment-focused fixes like 3-2-1 buydowns and lender credits as mortgage rates hover near 7% and monthly affordability—not just sticker prices—drives decisions. UK Financial Stability: The Bank of England warned that AI hacking and testing incidents are raising cyber and operational risks for the financial system. Retail & Consumer Demand: UK e-commerce bounced back in August, lifting online’s share to 28.8% as online spending outpaced total retail. Energy & Industry: India’s Gujarat IOC refinery hit 18 MTPA crude capacity but can’t fully run it until downstream units finish commissioning; India’s manufacturing also posted strong FY25 industrial output growth (7.81%) and jobs growth (7.19%). EU Trade: The EU plans “gradual integration” for accession candidates, including single-market access, tied to alignment on shared strategic goals. Markets & Commodities: Gold edged lower ahead of US inflation data, while India’s Sensex/Nifty slipped on crude strength and cautious global cues.
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