AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFDI Data Upgrade (Philippines): BSP, SEC and PSA signed a data-sharing deal to tighten foreign direct investment statistics after net inflows fell 26.5% to $1.97bn in early 2026, aiming for more internationally aligned reporting. UK Housing Tax Shift: A new budget curbed negative gearing on newly built homes and removed a blanket 50% capital gains tax discount, a major change for property investors. Japan Investment Push: Japan approved fiscal guidelines targeting 370tn yen of public and private investment by 2040, with “responsible and proactive” spending and a new investment allotment from FY2027. Tesla Cash Burn Watch: Reuters reports Tesla is set to post its first quarterly cash burn in over two years as AI/robotics spending rises, intensifying scrutiny on when the bets pay off. India Market Stress: The rupee’s slide back near record lows is confusing investors as RBI intervention expectations diverge, while India’s crackdown on options appears to be pushing retail traders toward leveraged bets. Ghana FDI Rules: Ghana’s new GIPC Act removes minimum capital thresholds for most foreign investors, keeping a $500k cash requirement for trading. Commodities: Gold jumped above $4,000 as investors watch the US-Iran standoff.
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