AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDigital Growth: Malaysia’s digital economy is projected to reach $48 billion in gross merchandise value this year, up 20% and among Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing markets; nearly half of its AI use is enterprise-led, a new report says. Fed Watch: A poll of market professionals found 93% expect the Fed to hold rates steady this week, while 76% foresee a December hike as inflation pressures spread beyond energy. Jobs and Inflation: Iran’s labor ministry warns that up to 1.4 million people could leave the workforce if contraction continues. Official figures put September inflation at 89.8% year over year. Global Growth: China’s economy expanded 4.6% in the first three quarters of 2026, while Kazakhstan reported 4.2% growth over nine months, down from 6.5% for all of 2025. UK Higher Education: International students starting courses in 2024-25 are forecast to generate £45.1 billion in economic benefits against £4.7 billion in public costs, supporting about 287,300 full-time jobs.
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