AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoUS-Iran shock and rates: Markets wobbled after fresh Strait of Hormuz tensions sent oil up nearly 8% and pushed Treasury yields higher, reviving “higher for longer” fears as the US jobs report beat forecasts. Australia macro pressure: The same global backdrop is hitting growth narratives, with Australia’s Q1 expansion flagged at just 0.3% as RBA hikes bite. Energy resilience push: Japan is doubling down on regional energy security with POWERR Asia and AZEC 2.0, explicitly tied to Hormuz-linked supply risks. Trade friction: The US is proposing new tariffs on 60 economies over forced-labour claims, drawing criticism that the move threatens trade rules and could ripple into global supply chains. LPG politics in India (regional cost signal): India’s domestic LPG price hike is being blamed on West Asia conflict, with debate over transparency and excise duty—another reminder of how geopolitics feeds household energy bills. Business spotlight: BizWest expands its digital news reach via Apple News, aiming to grow audiences through curated access.
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