AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Ceasefire Watch: The US launched a second round of airstrikes on Iran after Tehran hit Bahrain and Kuwait, but later both sides agreed to “stand down” and let vessels move freely through the Strait of Hormuz while talks continue in Qatar. Oil & Markets: The pause cooled crude after earlier spikes; Brent hovered around $72 and WTI near $70 as investors weighed how fragile the interim deal remains. Regional Energy Security: Middle East sovereign investors are doubling down on energy security and critical infrastructure, with 89% of regional sovereign wealth funds naming energy security a top priority. UK Housing Pressure: UK mortgage approvals fell to a two-and-a-half-year low as Iran-war-driven borrowing costs squeezed demand. Sovereign Wealth Momentum: A Bain study projects global sovereign wealth assets nearing $30tn by 2035, with Middle East funds playing a leading role. Cyber Risk: Israel says Iranian cyberattacks on Israel surged in 2026, with no “ceasefire” in cyberspace. Business & Finance in Dubai: Expo City Dubai partnered with Emirates NBD to offer tailored mortgage and home financing for buyers.
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