AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGlobal Outlook: IMF meetings in Bangkok highlighted overlapping risks from war, energy and food disruptions, high debt and rising borrowing costs; the Fund sees 3.1% global growth in 2026, but warns resilience is under strain. AI and Chips: TSMC posted a sixth straight record profit and lifted its 2026 revenue outlook, as AI chip demand continues to outstrip capacity. But it flagged caution for 2027 amid weaker consumer markets and economic uncertainty. Tech Stocks: CoreWeave’s steep sell-off has revived questions about debt-funded AI infrastructure and whether spending can deliver lasting returns. Investors will look for clues from Meta and Tesla results this week. Rates and Inflation: South Korea’s central bank is widely expected to hold rates at 3% on Oct. 22 after two hikes, while rising bond yields are adding pressure to Europe’s economy. Nigeria’s September inflation eased to 14.63%, but underlying price pressures remain firm.
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