AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMiddle East Energy Shock: Renewed U.S.-Iran strikes and fresh Strait of Hormuz closure claims pushed oil up sharply and sent gold down as markets priced higher inflation and “higher for longer” rates. Consumer Cost Pressure: The IMF cut its 2026 global growth outlook to 3% and warned the Iran conflict is lifting energy costs and consumer prices worldwide, with knock-on effects for households and retailers. Iraq Export Reliance: Iraq’s exports to the U.S. were $6.5bn in 2025, almost entirely mineral fuels and oil products—crude and petroleum oils dominating the consumer-energy supply chain. Regional Trade & Mobility: Kanoo Travel teamed up with India’s Yatra to digitize and scale enterprise travel and expense management across the Middle East. Retail & Loyalty: Sharjah-backed BookXcess is rolling out its retail book concept across the Middle East and Africa. Gulf Business Climate: A report says Saudi banks have been blocking or delaying UAE-bound payments since May, adding friction for cross-border commerce. Infrastructure Continuity: Iraq and Türkiye are nearing a one-year extension of their decades-old crude pipeline deal, a reminder that energy routes keep shifting even during geopolitical shocks.
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