AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoU.S.-Iran Shock to Markets: Trump said the Iran truce is “over” after IRGC strikes, pushing oil higher and reviving Strait of Hormuz supply fears. Oil & Shipping Watch: Brent held above $76 as shipping capacity fell and traders tracked Gulf production and IEA updates. UAE-Syria Finance Signal: The UAE welcomed the U.S. move to start removing Syria from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list, seen as a potential unlock for reconstruction and investment. Egypt FX Boost: Egypt’s foreign reserves hit a record $55.072bn, a fresh support for FX stability and investor confidence. CBUAE Fintech Move: Remitly secured a CBUAE SVF and Exchange Business Category IV license to launch new UAE-focused financial products. Banking Expansion: EBRD invested €1.4bn in Türkiye in H1 2026 and flagged crisis-response funding for Middle East-affected countries. Regional Investment Vehicle: Oman and Jordan launched a $100m joint investment company targeting sectors from IT to energy and logistics. Crypto Ruling: Mufti Taqi Usmani issued a fatwa saying crypto purchases and trading are impermissible under Islamic principles. Iraq Corruption Narrative: Commentary highlights how Iraq’s anti-graft promises keep colliding with political targeting concerns. Remittance & Payments Ecosystem: Remitly’s UAE rollout adds to the region’s push for faster, regulated cross-border transfers.
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