AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFed Policy Overhaul: Kevin Warsh’s first days as Fed chair brought a hawkish tilt—rates held, but projections and a shift away from “forward guidance” rattled stocks and lifted bond yields, with markets now pricing more hikes. Oil & Geopolitics: The US-Iran ceasefire/MoU on reopening the Strait of Hormuz pushed crude lower (WTI/Brent down early), yet analysts warn the market still faces depleted-reserve and oversupply risks ahead. UK Macro: Bank of England is expected to keep rates at 3.75% as unemployment fell to 4.9% and wages rose, keeping pressure on policy while oil-price relief may cool energy-driven inflation. Brazil Rates: Brazil cut Selic to 14.25% for a third straight meeting but flagged a tougher inflation outlook tied to election-year stimulus and oil-shock risks. IMF Jordan: IMF approved Jordan’s fifth EFF review and RSF review, unlocking $188m as reforms stay on track. Energy Supply Outlook: IEA says UAE oil output could top 5m bpd next year as ADNOC ramps investment post-OPEC exit. Corporate Watch: Jaguar Land Rover forecast a low 4% profit margin and prioritized the US, weighing on Tata Motors shares. Digital Economy: Zespri lifted 2026/27 profit guidance to $355–$365m; Uganda’s push for digital inclusion is framed as a growth lever for MSMEs. Tech & Infrastructure: Cloud, data centers, and data lakes keep scaling fast in forecasts, while travel recruitment slowed in May amid ongoing Middle East uncertainty.
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