AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEmerging Markets & Jobs: Jordan’s GDP grew 2.9% in Q1 2026, but a new debate is focused on whether growth is creating enough jobs for young people to afford independent living in Amman. Venture Capital: Malaysia’s Jelawang Capital added two new emerging managers—Superscrypt and TNB Aura—under its Emerging Managers’ Programme, aiming to scale early-stage funds. Wages Watch: Finland reported working-day adjusted wages and salaries up 3.4% year-on-year in August, with construction and manufacturing among the strongest gainers. Airlines Fuel Pressure: India’s airlines are pushing for ATF price stabilisation as jet fuel costs surge, while markets also cheered oil falling below $100. EU Trade Tensions: France and Germany back a stronger EU trade tool modeled on US Section 301, drawing criticism that it could hurt EU-China ties and industrial competitiveness. Middle East Growth Hit: The World Bank cut 2026 Middle East growth forecasts, citing the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Local Business & Infrastructure: Bahrain highlighted F1’s tourism and business boost and backed workforce development via Seef Properties’ Taasis internship program. Public Finance & Markets: Turkey’s justice minister said regulators are compiling lists of investors with unusually fast fund gains as part of a market manipulation probe.
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