AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoGlobal Growth Watch: The IMF cut its 2026 global growth forecast to 3% (from 3.5% in 2025), blaming Iran-linked energy shocks for higher oil prices and renewed inflation pressure, with AI gains only partially offsetting the damage. Inflation Gauge Update: The BEA is overhauling parts of the core PCE price index methodology, with retroactive changes back to 2021 that could lower the Fed’s preferred inflation readings. Energy & Commodities: Brent is staying elevated as Strait of Hormuz risk lingers; analysts see Brent averaging about $96 this year amid multi-year low inventories, while the IEA warns copper supply has worsened sharply due to a global sulphuric acid bottleneck. AI Infrastructure Demand: Google says AI cloud demand is outstripping capacity, pushing capex higher; ASML’s strong Q2 and capacity upgrade further support the AI hardware rebound. Aviation Supply: Boeing forecasts airlines will need nearly 44,000 new jets by 2045, highlighting a continuing aircraft undersupply. Critical Minerals & Batteries: Congo begins its first-ever lithium exports to China from Zijin’s Manono project, while China’s planned 2% consumption tax on lithium-ion batteries from Sept. 1, 2026 adds another twist to the lithium price outlook. Corporate Moves: PayPal shares jumped on takeover chatter but investors flag weak branded-checkout growth; Conagra cut its dividend in half after being removed from the S&P 500.
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