AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoConsumer Confidence: New Zealand’s consumer confidence fell to its lowest level in three years, with households growing more pessimistic about the year ahead. Retail & Spending: In the US, retail sales rose 0.9% in May as shoppers kept spending despite higher gas prices, while South Africa’s retail sales climbed 1.3% year on year in April. Housing Market: A housing webinar points to “lock-in” effects from mortgage rates and ongoing supply shortages, even as pending sales inch up. Energy & Oil: The IEA says Europe’s gas market has passed the Hormuz stress test so far, but it cut its 2026 oil demand outlook sharply and expects a surplus in 2027 if the Iran-US deal holds. Small Business Tech: A warning on “shadow AI” urges small firms to use enterprise accounts and controls so employees don’t leak sensitive data. Local Economy: Curaçao’s consumer group says meat prices vary widely ahead of World Cup match gatherings, and Nevada residents pressed regulators over utility charges in a public session.
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