AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCurrency & Power Costs: The Philippine peso hit a record low of 63.615 to the U.S. dollar, prompting a lawmaker to urge regulators to reject unjustified electricity surcharges tied to the weaker currency. Palm Oil Trade: Malaysia is weighing a proposed November exemption from its 10% crude palm oil export tax to help clear high inventories and boost shipments; no decision has been made. Business Outlook: Euro-area business activity cooled in October, while small-business confidence improved despite rising costs, with manufacturers reporting the strongest sentiment. Trade Links: Qatar and Kyrgyzstan agreed to establish a joint business council to strengthen trade ties and explore investment opportunities. Tariffs & Jobs: Flooring businesses warn U.S. tariffs could cut sales by a quarter and put thousands of jobs at risk.
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