AGP Executive Report
Last update: 42 minutes agoMarkets & Energy: The Dow jumped ~900 points as investors bet on a potential US-Iran peace deal, while oil eased after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a conditional ceasefire—though traders still worry about Strait of Hormuz risk and low inventories. Defense & Risk Insurance: Fidelis launched a $345m war-risk consortium to expand capacity for terrorism and political violence coverage as Middle East demand strains insurers. Manufacturing Outlook: Interact Analysis downgraded global manufacturing growth for 2026 to 2.6%, citing higher input costs and investment caution tied to the Iran war and tariffs. Tech & Industry: Israel-linked tech and AI momentum stayed in focus globally, even as Broadcom’s forecast rattled sentiment. Israel-West Bank Construction: Israel approved 2,162 new settler homes, drawing condemnation from Türkiye and renewed international legal criticism. Finance & Infrastructure: OPC Energy signed a Bank Leumi financing deal for about 80% of the $1.7–$1.8bn Hadera expansion project. Agriculture & Trade: India’s Modi met Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez to expand energy, critical minerals, and agriculture ties as India seeks new crude sources amid Gulf disruptions. Local Economy: A northern Israel poll showed Likud support slipping as residents report ongoing Hezbollah rocket and drone pressure.
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