AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAsia Trade: Malaysia is courting Chinese investment while urging firms to bring local SMEs into their supply chains. Its 2027 budget includes RM67.9 billion for SMEs and tax cuts of up to two percentage points. Prime Minister Anwar said trade with Taiwan remains strong, with exports up 88% in January–September. UK Growth: Britain’s economy expanded 0.7% in the third quarter, its fastest pace in more than two years, led by services, including AI- and cloud-related businesses. India Inflation: Retail inflation jumped to 6.09% in October, breaching the central bank’s 6% ceiling as food prices surged, raising pressure for further rate action. Rates: Sweden’s central bank deputy governor said a broad recovery and inflation risks could justify more rate increases, while cautioning that households are sensitive to borrowing costs.
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