AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGlobal Outlook: War-driven energy disruption, rising interest rates and higher fuel and fertilizer costs will dominate IMF–World Bank talks, as officials warn that risks to already-slowing growth are mounting. China: High-frequency indicators point to firmer momentum in the third quarter: offline spending rose 2.6% year over year, while investment in AI and robotics surged. US Debt: Economist Kenneth Rogoff warns that high debt-service costs leave the US vulnerable to shocks, including a wider conflict or cyberattack. UK Economy: Economists expect GDP to have contracted in August after strong growth in June and July, adding pressure ahead of the Budget. Dubai Investment: The emirate doubled its venture fund to AED1 billion to back startups and expand its innovation sector.
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