AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFX & Rates: The dollar slid and gold rose as weaker U.S. data cooled expectations for more Fed hikes, with traders pointing to softer retail sales and a less tight rate path. Malaysia Budget 2027 & SMEs: Prime Minister Anwar stressed political stability as key to investor confidence, while economists expect Budget 2027 to add SME support as costs and supply-chain risks bite in 2027. Malaysia Growth Watch: Malaysia’s H1 2026 GDP growth came in at 5.7%, beating Bank Negara’s 4–5% forecast, with stable ringgit and improved credit outlook cited. Malaysia Finance Scrutiny: Economists warned that a Royal Commission finding on Tabung Haji’s property valuations—heavily based on management estimates—could distort the institution’s financial picture. China Demand Signals: China’s July industrial production and retail sales disappointed, with fixed-asset investment and real estate weakening, adding pressure for more policy support. India Outlook: Ind-Ra projected India’s FY27 growth slowing to 6.8% amid West Asia-driven fuel/food inflation risks and El Niño impacts. Global Trade & Logistics: Aqaba’s port transit traffic surged in 2026, forcing new logistics capacity as the route strengthens for goods heading toward Iraq. Humanitarian Funding: UN data shows humanitarian funding to Jordan has fallen about 92% since 2016, leaving its Syrian refugee plan barely funded. Digital Economy Push: Malaysia’s digital economy target is 30% of GDP by 2030, with Budget 2027 support aimed at lowering AI costs for SMEs.
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