AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFed & Inflation Politics: The Fed raised rates to 3.75%-4% for the first time in over three years, while President Trump blasted the central bank and demanded rates be “1% or less,” as analysts warned the economy may handle higher borrowing costs better than consumers. US Consumer Signals: Retail sales jumped 1.2% in August, reinforcing resilience even as inflation pressure lingers and credit stress rises. Housing Pressure: New Zealand GDP edged up 0.2% in the June quarter, but fuel-driven costs weighed on spending; in the US, home prices remain out of reach as supply shortages and higher mortgage rates bite. Geopolitics & Trade: The US House passed a sanctions-and-tariff bill targeting Russia, and tariff disputes are reshaping state-level economic planning. Global Economy Watch: China’s August slowdown deepened as consumption and property weakened despite AI-led manufacturing and exports. World Bank Leadership: Michael Kremer was named the World Bank’s next chief economist. Nigeria Development Push: Digital identity expansion and state-level reforms are aimed at boosting grassroots purchasing power, while NASENI is pushing tech to reduce hardship. Local Growth & Jobs: Portland minor league teams generated $110M+ in annual economic impact; Boston’s mayor tied growth to housing and tourism spending.
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