AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCross-border logistics & trade tech: FedEx says AI and remote monitoring are being rolled into Malaysia–Singapore freight operations as the Johor-Singapore SEZ integration ramps up, aiming for 24/7 customer service and lower transit costs. Capital markets: Kenanga IB reports foreign inflows into Malaysian government bonds hit RM11.1bn in August, with yields rising as US rate-cut expectations cooled and US-Iran tensions lifted oil and front-end Treasury yields. Aviation & travel disruption: Batik Air cancels multiple KL–Jakarta flights due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, offering rescheduling or refunds. Investment & infrastructure: Malaysia’s Pekat Group wins RM57.18m in earthing and lightning protection subcontracts for a Johor Bahru hyperscale data centre. Insurance outlook: AM Best keeps a stable outlook on China’s non-life insurers, citing improved regulation and digitalisation. Business confidence: India’s CII index jumps to 66.0 in Q2 FY27 on stronger demand and capacity utilisation. Retail pressure: UK convenience stores cut investment and lean into automation as taxes and costs squeeze margins. Policy & demographics: Israel election debate spotlights proposals to reduce Haredi family support tied to child allowances and subsidies. Energy & jobs: France and South Korea announce a billion-euro push for the audiovisual industry.
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