AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPhilippines Growth: Marcos has ordered a review of 2026–27 economic targets after third-quarter growth slowed to 2.1%, its weakest pace since the pandemic. China Trade: The surplus topped $1 trillion for a second straight year, as October exports jumped 35.2% and imports rose 41.6%, adding pressure for a more balanced trade relationship. ASEAN Infrastructure: The region needs up to $7.1 trillion through 2040, the ADB estimates, underscoring the scale of its financing challenge. Markets and Tech: Nvidia is on track to lose more than $470 billion in value over two sessions as allegations involving CEO Jensen Huang prompt scrutiny of governance and chip sales to China, adding to volatility across Asian tech stocks. Regional Investment: Singapore launched a $500 million climate fund for Southeast Asia’s agri-food sector, while Malaysia is seeking new export markets in Africa, Latin America and Central Asia to reduce reliance on its traditional destinations.
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