AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS Economy: Inflation rose to 3.7% in September as gasoline prices jumped 9.1%; real hourly pay fell for a third straight month, squeezing households. Ukraine: The EU says its support has reached €228 billion since Russia’s invasion and has allocated €2.86 billion for drones, air defenses and other military needs. Kyiv also advanced reforms tied to EU funding and membership talks. Trade: China reported foreign trade up 18.8% in the first nine months of 2026, while Beijing and Brussels reached a vehicle-trade understanding aimed at easing tensions. Global Outlook: The IMF projects 3.1% world growth this year and urges governments to rein in debt as borrowing costs rise. Energy and Diplomacy: A proposed Russia-US diesel deal could lead to wider economic cooperation, but has drawn criticism from Ukraine and European officials over sanctions. Russia and ASEAN are also discussing cooperation on maritime security, pandemics and customs.
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