AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCentral Banks: The Federal Reserve held its key rate at 3.75%–4% in a split vote, and U.S. stocks edged higher. The ECB is also expected to hold rates as investors watch French bond yields and oil-driven inflation risks. Global Financing: China’s three policy banks have deployed 800 billion yuan in 2026 funding, targeting infrastructure and emerging industries. The IMF chief has proposed Chinese Vice Finance Minister Liao Min for a deputy managing director post. Market Watch: The World Bank projects commodity prices will rise 23% this year, with energy costs up 32%, adding pressure to inflation and growth. Banking: HSBC’s third-quarter profit rose 38% to $7.6 billion, but revenue missed expectations and shares fell as wealth growth slowed. Investment Oversight: Malaysia says an investigation into pension fund KWAP’s roughly RM200 million eFishery investment continues; authorities have not found evidence of corruption, while efforts to recover value proceed.
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