AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOil & Trade: Brent has climbed near $115 a barrel as renewed U.S. strike threats raise risks to energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. A U.S. outreach to Tehran offers a possible diplomatic counterweight, but Iran says its terms are unchanged. Household Economy: Iran’s annual consumer inflation is nearing 90%, with food prices up 121.8%; an average monthly wage of about $92 falls far short of a basic household budget estimated at $336. The government has authorized a panel to adjust fuel and gas prices, while gas restrictions may affect 11 provinces this winter. Sanctions & Finance: A Reuters investigation found that more than 5,000 linked entities helped import at least $2 billion in military-related goods since 2025, using overseas intermediaries and proceeds from oil sales to bypass sanctions. Regional Power Trade: Pakistan owes Iran’s state utility about $12 million for electricity imports supplying southwestern Balochistan, including Gwadar, and is paying the arrears in instalments.
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