AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTrade and Logistics: Global air-cargo demand rose 7.7% in September, with Pacific shipments boosted by AI-related goods, but IATA warned that jet-fuel prices more than doubled year on year, squeezing profitability. Container rates are also climbing despite cooling demand, as congestion and disrupted schedules constrain capacity. Markets and AI: Asian shares wobbled after Alphabet’s weaker results revived doubts about AI spending returns; Samsung posted record profits on chip demand, but its shares fell. Energy Risk: The Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruption are raising fuel costs and exposing Asia’s reliance on Middle Eastern supplies, threatening growth and household budgets. Agriculture: Fonterra lifted its 2026/27 milk-price forecast to NZ$9.75 per kg of milksolids, citing stronger demand for milk powder across Southeast Asia, China and other markets. Digital Economy: Malaysia’s digital economy is forecast to reach US$48 billion in 2026, growing 20% and matching Vietnam’s pace. India Outlook: The Finance Ministry says the economy may sustain expansion through FY27, even as higher oil prices add pressure.
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