AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUkraine War & Defence Supply: Macron and Zelensky agreed to accelerate French air-defence equipment and missiles after renewed Russian strikes, with Zelensky pressing for more Patriot interceptors and France ready to help coordinate with allies plus speed up missile-production licences. Geopolitics & Escalation: Putin acknowledged Ukraine’s strikes are causing economic damage while warning Moscow will hit back after Kyiv’s refinery and logistics-target campaign. Eurozone Business Pulse: Eurozone activity picked up in August as new orders and exports strengthened and price pressures eased, pointing to resilient growth momentum despite the Iran-related disruption backdrop. Public Finance Pressure: US debt worries are back in focus as bond-market stress lifts borrowing costs and raises the prospect of painful budget choices—an issue now echoing across other major economies including France. EU/Israel Tensions: The E1 West Bank settlement tender drew fresh condemnation from multiple blocs and countries, with concerns it further undermines the two-state path. Digital & Regulation: Uber was hit with a major Dutch fine over automated driver deactivations without human review, adding to Europe’s crackdown on platform power. France-Saudi Business: A Franco-Saudi business push is set to expand beyond deals into implementation, with trade already above €7bn (excluding arms) and a new strategic partnership council framework.
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