AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoGeopolitics & Markets: Oil prices climbed for a third straight day as Iran missile attacks hit Kuwait and Bahrain and US strikes followed, while US-Iran talks showed little progress; Brent pushed toward $98 and investors also weighed higher inflation risk. Rates & Inflation: Euro zone bond yields rose as markets priced a more aggressive ECB path amid the Middle East energy shock and stalled US-Iran diplomacy. Sanctions & Crypto: The US Treasury sanctioned Iran’s largest crypto exchange Nobitex and other platforms, warning foreign firms could face penalties for certain transactions tied to alleged sanctions evasion. Iraq Security & Economy: Iraq’s PM proposed a US-linked investment and services plan tied to moving weapons under state control, as factions discussed disengagement from PMF structures. Environment & Food: A mass fish die-off on the Tigris in Wasit exposed worsening river pollution and governance failures, threatening livelihoods. Banking & Capital Markets: Oman Arab Bank celebrated a successful $400m AT1 bond listing on the LSE, while Dubai property demand rebounded after a March trough. Regional Growth Outlook: EBRD cut Türkiye’s growth forecast and warned Lebanon and Iraq face deeper downgrades as energy costs and conflict weigh on activity. Corporate/Stocks: Chennai Petroleum and MRPL shares jumped on expectations of stronger refining margins from higher crude.
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