AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoInvestment: Chinese businesses have indicated plans to invest US$15 billion in Malaysia across six sectors, including semiconductors, digital infrastructure, halal food and pharmaceuticals. Manufacturing: Factory activity remained solid in October, but rising energy costs and supply disruptions are squeezing margins and fuelling price pressures. Business Risks: Aon says UK firms are suffering losses from converging supply-chain, interruption and cyber threats, yet few have formal plans or have measured their exposure. Corporate Results: Reliance Industries reported record quarterly revenue and profit, sending its shares up more than 8%. Small Businesses: Afghan traders say heavy taxes and falling consumer purchasing power are pushing medium-scale firms to close or sell up. Housing: Australia’s property market logged a seventh straight monthly decline as high interest rates weigh on buyers.
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