AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI & Power Demand: Capgemini says AI-driven data centers are making electricity forecasting harder, with utilities bracing for sharper, less predictable demand spikes. Energy & Trade: India restored commercial LPG supply to pre-crisis levels as West Asia tensions ease, while India and Venezuela move to deepen oil and gas cooperation amid shifting crude dynamics. Markets & Rates: The bond market is signaling skepticism about the Fed’s next moves, as traders price hikes while some asset managers expect steadier or lower rates. Crypto Volatility: Bitcoin’s sharp plunge triggered more than $1bn in liquidations, underlining how fast risk can spread across crypto. Small Business & Retail: Korea selected 100 local SMEs for a “Local to Global” push with packaging, regulatory help and funding to sell abroad; in the US, a new Bloomfield retail center is set to open anchored by Sherwin-Williams and PeoplesBank. Consumer Protection: Arizona revoked Sun State Pools’ license after 85 complaints, and Morden police warned businesses about counterfeit $100 bills. Local Economy: Clarksburg’s Liberty Market returns July 2 with 65+ vendors, food trucks and fireworks.
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