AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTurkey-Iran Banking Pressure: Turkey revoked the operating licence of Iran’s Bank Mellat’s Istanbul branch, citing banking-law grounds tied to financial-system stability as US sanctions pressure intensifies. Crypto & Fraud Crackdown: Turkish authorities detained 200+ suspects in an alleged international currency/crypto scam linked to Israel, with prosecutors describing a forex/crypto “company” cover and $3B extracted. Iran Oil Shock: US blockade disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz cut Iranian crude exports by 80%+; diesel prices surged, with diesel cracking spreads above $100/bbl and shipping costs up sharply. Saudi Energy Risk: Houthis claimed missile/drone attacks on Riyadh and oil facilities, raising Red Sea export-route concerns for Saudi crude flows. US Arms & Gaza Politics: A US Senate Democrat put a hold on a $2.8B bomb sale to Israel over Gaza civilian concerns, while Hamas said it’s in contact with mediators over escalated killings. Iraq Jobs Strain: Iraq’s graduates face a weak labour market as oil-heavy public finances limit hiring, keeping unemployment pressure high. Egypt Market Update: Egypt’s EGX saw EGP 525B in weekly trading value, with equities under pressure as key indices fell. Digital/AI Investment Push: Egypt is driving a $12B tech push with AI, data centres and 5G expansion, aiming to boost outsourcing exports by 2029.
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