AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Iran Deal Talks vs. Tehran Pushback: Trump said the war is effectively over and a peace agreement could be signed in Europe within days, with the Strait of Hormuz reopening after a deal—yet Iran’s foreign ministry says no final conclusion has been reached and key text is still under review, keeping markets on edge. Oil & Markets Swing: The deal chatter and cancelled strikes helped drive a global risk-on rally while Brent slid toward the high-$80s, easing pressure for oil importers; Asian bourses surged (Tokyo Nikkei up ~3%, South Korea Kospi up ~8%) and India’s Sensex/Nifty jumped, with Bank Nifty leading as crude fell. Energy Shock Hits Real Economies: The UK economy contracted 0.1% in April as Iran-war disruptions and higher fuel/energy costs weighed on services and spending. Central Banks Respond to War Inflation: The ECB raised rates 25 bps to 2.25%, citing Middle East-driven inflation pressures, while policymakers weigh growth damage. Trade/Shipping Friction: India faced anger after US strikes killed Indian seafarers on an oil tanker, adding pressure on Washington to halt attacks on shipping. Iran Business & IP: Naein aba weaving earned WIPO geographical indication status, a boost for Iran’s handicrafts branding and exports.
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