AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMarket Turmoil: China’s CXMT unveiled advances in memory chips, helping drive a 5.5% plunge in South Korea’s Kospi and deepening concerns about AI-sector valuations and returns. Bank Earnings: JPMorgan’s third-quarter profit rose to $15.3 billion, with trading revenue up 15% and investment-banking fees up 14% as US bank earnings season began. Financial Stability: The IMF warned an AI market correction and cyber threats could threaten global stability; the Bretton Woods Committee also flagged risks from fragmented digital payment systems. India’s Capital Flows: SBI Research urged the government to scrap long-term capital gains tax on equities to attract foreign investors. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said tax issues would be discussed with investors, but announced no changes. Development Finance: The World Bank plans to mobilise $5.79 billion in private financing for Nigeria, with a target of creating 850,000 jobs. Southeast Asian Markets: Bursa Malaysia edged up 0.3% as bargain-hunters bought banking and healthcare shares, though decliners outnumbered gainers.
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