AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoChina-EU Trade: Beijing and Brussels reached an interim understanding that could cut Chinese hybrid-car exports to Europe by up to half, lower tariffs on some EU goods and stabilize rare-earth supplies. The deal still needs approval from EU leaders. Malaysia’s Budget: Analysts expect the 2027 deficit to narrow to 3.3% of GDP, with growth forecast at 4.2% to 5.2%. A RM150 million fund will back Malaysian semiconductor and advanced-technology firms. ASEAN Trade: Cambodia and Vietnam set a goal of $20 billion in annual bilateral trade, signing cooperation agreements and pledging to improve cross-border transport links. Retail Shift: Facing shoppers’ tighter budgets and higher food and fuel costs, chains including Dollar General, BJ’s, Lululemon and Under Armour are cutting product ranges to streamline operations—though the move risks losing customers and short-term sales.
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