AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBanking M&A: EverBank Financial agreed a $3.9bn reverse merger with WaFd, with WaFd continuing as the public holding company and the combined group expected to boost 2027 earnings per share by about 29% (close in early 2027). Trade War Escalation: Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on C$27.6bn of US imports kick in Tuesday (15%–50%), targeting steel, dairy, appliances, ag equipment, pulp/paper and electronics—while labor groups in Canada warn working people are getting hit hardest. Inflation Watch: Colombia’s inflation rose 0.39% in August, lifting annual growth to 6.24%, above forecasts and still far above the central bank’s 3% target. EU–China Supply Chains: EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič will meet European CEOs to shape a “diversification” approach away from China, seeking industry buy-in before any formal proposal. UK–Israel Sanctions: UK ministers are set to announce tougher measures on West Bank settlements, including a likely ban on settlement goods and targeted sanctions. Local Growth & Jobs: UK retailers including Tesco and Boots pledged 100,000 jobs to tackle Neets via paid work pathways and interviews after short placements. Business Expansion: Northern Ireland’s Barista Bar is investing £12m in new self-serve coffee machines with Melitta, rolling out across SPAR and EUROSPAR stores from Sept. 21.
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