AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoRegulatory Shift (Philippines): The BSP loosened UITF concentration rules, letting funds tied to exchange-traded equities hold up to 20% exposure to a single issuer (from 15%), with extra flexibility for index-tracking products—aimed at giving investors more room while keeping oversight on related-party holdings. Power & AI Buildout (Philippines): NGCP is planning a dedicated ₱6.95B substation for New Clark City to handle rising demand from an AI industrial hub, targeting completion by end-2028. Trade Connectivity (Armenia): Armenia says the Akhalkalaki–Kars rail route (via Türkiye) is now open for exports/imports, adding a new EU access path alongside links through Georgia and Azerbaijan. Capital Markets (Qatar): Qatar launched its first REIT fund, the Salwa REIT Fund, seeking listing on the QSE to broaden income-focused real-estate investing. Market Structure (SEC, US): A major SEC deregulatory push would make parts of public-company disclosure more optional, sparking investor-protection concerns. Energy Policy (Bangladesh): Business groups warn the budget must prioritize energy security and banking stability, while VAT collection pressure is hitting manufacturers hard.
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