AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUK Markets Jolt: UK 10-year borrowing costs jumped to a fresh crash-era high as political uncertainty around Keir Starmer and a potential Andy Burnham return to Westminster fed worries about looser fiscal policy—at the same time, energy-price pressure tied to the Iran conflict is stoking inflation fears. Middle East Energy Shock: Iran says lack of trust is blocking US talks, while Trump and Xi’s Beijing summit pushed for reopening the Strait of Hormuz—still a key driver of oil and fuel volatility. India–UAE Energy Push: Modi’s UAE stop delivered major energy and defence pacts, including UAE investment commitments and moves to bolster India’s strategic petroleum reserves. Caribbean Renewables: Curaçao and the Netherlands highlighted progress toward 70% renewable power, with battery storage showcased as a milestone. Philippines Consumer Relief: The ERC faces calls to go beyond disconnection suspensions and deferred payments as households battle rising electricity costs. Offshore Wind Bottlenecks: New analysis warns subsea cable and vessel constraints will tighten as offshore wind scales up.
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