AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDigital Euro Rollout: The ECB has picked 36 payment firms, including Deutsche Bank, UniCredit, Revolut, Nexi and Raiffeisen Bank International, to join the digital euro pilot starting in the second half of 2027. Markets & Geopolitics: European shares stayed subdued as Middle East tensions and oil pushed investors to the sidelines, even after ASML lifted 2026 forecasts on AI-driven demand. Energy Security: The EU imported a record 9.89m tons of LNG from Russia’s Yamal project in H1 2026, ahead of the 2027 ban on Russian LNG under long-term contracts. EU Enforcement: The EPPO opened a criminal probe into financial misconduct tied to Czech PM Andrej Babiš and Agrofert over handling of EU funds. Payments & Valuation: Adyen was named among the digital euro pilot PSPs, while investors debate whether its pullback reflects a reset or deeper concerns. Cross-Border Mobility: Gibraltar’s land border checks with Spain were lifted, easing daily commuting and trade frictions. Capital Markets: Ajman Bank listed a $300m AT1 sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai, drawing strong regional demand. Trade & Industry: CITI and EURATEX launched an India-EU textile dialogue to support implementation of the FTA. Tech & Manufacturing: Hungary’s export rebound is being driven by AI server production at Foxconn’s Komárom-linked operations.
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