AGP Executive Report
Last update: 38 minutes agoUK Inflation Watch: Britain’s CPI cooled faster than expected to 2.6% in June, helped by falling fuel and food prices, but analysts warn the drop may be temporary as Middle East tensions push oil back up. Middle East & Energy: Oil prices hovered near $95 as the US-Iran conflict escalated, keeping markets and inflation expectations on edge. Nigeria Governance: Vice President Kashim Shettima says public-sector reforms must be matched by private-sector governance to unlock industrialisation and a $1tn economy. AI in Business: KPN is partnering with McKinsey to deploy agentic AI in customer service, aiming to boost efficiency while keeping humans in the loop. China Labor & Fiscal: China added 6.95m new urban jobs in H1 and grew fiscal revenue 4.7%, signaling steadier momentum. Global Trade/Markets: Turkey’s IPO market surged past $1bn raised in 2026 so far, despite geopolitical uncertainty. Tourism & Sanctions: Spain’s Meliá is exiting Cuba entirely, citing sanctions and financial strain. Household Pressure (US): A new survey finds 30% of Americans admit shoplifting this year, linked to inflation stress. South Africa Jobs & Cost of Inclusion: Economists highlight how high “cost to participate” in the economy worsens weak growth and unemployment.
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