AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMiddle East Markets: A US-Iran peace framework is set to be signed in Geneva on Friday, with plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift shipping restrictions. Oil slid about 4% to a three-month low as investors priced in restored energy flows, while European stocks jumped on the relief. German Business-China Ties: German business leaders reiterated commitment to the Chinese market at an “Invest in China” roundtable in Düsseldorf, pointing to China’s innovation push and improving business conditions. German Diplomacy: President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins a state visit to the Philippines, with talks expected to cover defense, trade and investment, maritime cooperation, and climate/renewables. Corporate/Deals: SWI Group agreed to increase its stake in US digital infrastructure firm GDA to a majority position, aiming to expand capacity for high-performance computing and AI workloads. M&A Watch: Mike Ashley’s Frasers launched a £166m bid for Australian shoe retailer Accent, while Accent said it is reviewing the unsolicited offer. Climate/Industry Signals: Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions received CDP’s top A rating in the 2025 supplier engagement assessment.
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