AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMarket Pulse: Global stocks rallied after Democrats’ midterm gains eased some political uncertainty, though investors remain alert to shifting policy and geopolitical risks. Oil fell 9% as markets weighed hopes for an end to the Iran conflict. South Korea: Major investment banks lifted the country’s 2026 growth forecast to 3.7%, citing strong semiconductor exports and faster-than-expected third-quarter growth. Separately, Korea secured a record $2 billion in foreign investment pledges, largely for advanced industries and energy. Investor Confidence: Fintech firms reportedly lost $420 billion in value as confidence weakened, while UK equity funds continued to see outflows. Fixed Income: Energy Oman opened subscriptions for a five-year sukuk paying 5% annually, with institutional bids accepted through Nov. 12. China’s Affluent Investors: Financial confidence rose to its highest level since 2021, but fewer than 55% of those surveyed had a formal financial plan, and portfolios remained heavily weighted toward cash and deposits.
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