AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoU.S. Economy: Democrats’ midterm gains put affordability and economic policy at the center of Washington’s next debate. Inflation reached 3.7% in September, with rising energy costs adding pressure on households. Pakistan Business: The FBR says it intends to phase out the super tax, while textile exporters cite high energy costs and limited financing as barriers to competitiveness. Separately, experts warn costly coal-power contracts could deepen the country’s energy-sector strain as solar use expands. Ukraine: The economy contracted 0.7% year over year in the third quarter, as Russian attacks and port disruption hit industry, trade and agriculture. Digital Economy: Digital activity made up 9.8% of the Philippine economy in 2025, but small businesses still face financing, productivity and technology-adoption gaps. Trade and Investment: Pakistani and Chinese businesses are exploring joint projects in agriculture, food processing, textiles and manufacturing.
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