AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoInvestment Reform: Bangladesh is moving to streamline approvals and simplify taxes to attract foreign capital, while weak investment, energy shortages and job losses continue to weigh on its economy. Growth Outlook: Economists warn Trinidad and Tobago faces slowing growth, foreign-exchange shortages and declining energy output; they question the World Bank’s forecast of a 2.5% rebound in 2027 after two years of contraction. Germany: The government raised its 2026 growth forecast to 1.3% from 0.5%, citing economic resilience and demand linked to the AI boom. Global Risks: The IMF says AI investment is supporting growth, but high energy costs and rising public debt leave the world economy exposed to fresh shocks. Indian Markets: Shares tumbled as oil topped $104 a barrel, foreign investor outflows persisted and the RBI’s tighter policy stoked inflation and borrowing-cost concerns.
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