AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoInvestment: The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone has secured RM88.83 billion in approved investments since January 2025, with 45% realised and 28,755 potential jobs. Separately, a Chinese delegation indicated plans to invest US$15 billion in Malaysia, including in semiconductors, digital infrastructure and healthcare. Energy: OCBC raised its Brent forecast to US$100 a barrel by year-end, citing elevated prices and slow-moving supply constraints — a risk for businesses and consumers. Markets: US stocks were set to open higher after a bruising October for AI shares, but investors remain wary of Big Tech’s spending and growing reliance on debt. Inflation: Pakistan’s annual inflation rose to 9.61% in October, while its finance minister urged fiscal discipline, export growth and more private investment. Africa’s outlook: The IMF sees sub-Saharan growth reaching 4.5% in 2026 and 2027, even as aid declines; South Africa’s preferential access to the US market faces a key eligibility decision.
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