AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoIndia’s IPO Boom: Jio Platforms surged 21% on its market debut, adding about $36 billion in value over two sessions and becoming the country’s second-most valuable listed company. Investors now look to earnings for signs its growth can justify the valuation. Trade and Tariffs: A survey found 84% of US importers plan to source from outside North America, while 62% are passing at least some tariff costs to consumers. UK Retail: Business rates changes are set to cut bills for independent shops by about 3% next year, while major retailers face a 3.5% increase. Growth Capital: India-focused One Planet Partners has launched a $315 million private-equity fund, backed by Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, to invest in energy, mobility and manufacturing firms. Business Expansion: Ballymena engineering firm Ross Companies is investing £3.6 million to expand production and create 25 jobs. US Economy: Economists expect third-quarter growth to accelerate, with consumer spending and AI-related business investment offsetting higher energy costs.
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