AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGlobal Macro Watch: The IMF says the world economy is resilient but flags four big risks—public debt near 100% of GDP, ongoing energy-market pressure, stalled disinflation, and uncertainty around AI’s economic impact. Middle East & Trade: UNCTAD is pushing developing economies to better capture the services trade boom, with priorities on data, digital infrastructure/skills, and shaping digital trade rules; meanwhile, UNCTAD also spotlights a new “space economy” track for WIF 2026 in Doha. Sanctions & Oil Economics: The U.S. escalates its Iran squeeze with sanctions and strikes tied to oil networks, while analysts warn the conflict is turning into a broader economic pressure campaign. Household Cost Pressure: In Syria, families are cutting back on back-to-school spending as prices stay high; in the U.S., a “Brown Bag Economy” shift shows 55% cooking at home more as gas and everyday costs bite. Growth Narratives in Nigeria: Tinubu allies argue reforms are stabilizing and driving recovery, citing 4.43% Q2 growth, while business groups push trade expansion and halal-sector investment. Circular Economy Angle: Pakistan’s repair-and-refurbishment boom shows how higher replacement costs are reshaping local consumption and jobs. Creative Economy: Philippines’ creative industries are highlighted as a major jobs engine, with policy support aimed at turning creativity into sustainable livelihoods.
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