AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMiddle East Energy Shock: Saudi oil output plunged to its lowest since 1990 as Houthi blockades and the Iran war squeeze exports, pushing Brent above $107 and sending U.S. diesel to a record $6 a gallon. IEA Oil Outlook: The IEA warned the 2026 oil supply gap will widen as Gulf flows stay disrupted, with inventories drawing fast and refined products tightening. Fed Rate Bets: U.S. stocks rebounded after CPI held at 3.4% and core eased to 2.4%, but the Fed hike odds stayed high, keeping markets focused on next week’s decision. AI Cost Pressure: Oracle expanded its 2026 restructuring plan by $700M to about $2.8B as AI data-center build-outs strain cash flow. Apple Foldable Launch: Apple’s iPhone Duo debuts at a steep price (around €2,369–€2,400), with analysts debating whether it stays a niche for wealthy early adopters. Natural Gas Crunch: Southcentral Alaska faces a Cook Inlet gas shortage risk this winter, with Hilcorp’s supply constraints central to the problem. Agriculture Watch: Traders look to USDA supply-and-demand updates as private estimates hint at weaker corn yields and tighter stocks. Markets & Rates in Asia: Korea’s bond yields pushed above 4% on U.S. yield pressure and oil-driven inflation fears, while KOSPI upside looks capped near 7,500.
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