AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBanking Stocks: Westpac shares edged up 0.42% to $36.15 on June 1 as investors weighed rate uncertainty, with the bank pointing to stable margins, disciplined costs, and a higher interim dividend. Digital Finance & Policy: Ghana’s tax system is getting more data-driven as the GRA rolls out ITAS from April 1, aiming for automated registration, filing, payments, and tighter audit targeting ahead of the IMF programme’s end. Climate & Energy Finance: Swiss finance is under fresh scrutiny for funding fossil fuel projects abroad, with activists pushing for tougher rules on emissions and nature impacts. UK Saver Tax Watch: UK plans to cut the cash ISA allowance and consider a 22% charge on cash interest inside stocks and shares ISAs are drawing backlash, though the effective hit may be small for many savers. Market Infrastructure: India’s MCX launched “Silver 100” futures to help silver buyers and traders hedge volatility in smaller, more practical contract sizes. Renewables on the Ground: Kelantan’s solar potential is high, but household uptake stays slow due to upfront costs—though leasing schemes could lower barriers. Smart City Metrics: Dubai’s RTA reported Dhs5.3bn revenue via digital channels in 2025, with 628m+ transactions and 96% digital adoption.
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