AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTrade and Investment: India and the US appear close to an initial trade deal, while Haryana says it secured ₹4,000 crore in investment commitments from Swedish companies. China and the EU also reached a hybrid-vehicle trade understanding aimed at reducing uncertainty for automakers. Costs and Markets: US import and export prices rose in September, and China’s trade surplus hit a record, adding to scrutiny of global trade imbalances. Business Policy: India will cap trade margins on 137 anti-cancer drugs at 30% from Nov. 9; the regulator says retail prices could fall by as much as 70%. In the Philippines, a senator has proposed tax credits for businesses that provide mandatory discounts to seniors and people with disabilities, easing costs for smaller firms. AI and Finance: AI use is growing among Philippine businesses, but only 6% say it is fully integrated and 17% have a plan to scale it. Moody’s says stronger credit analysis and market infrastructure could help more Philippine companies raise funds through bonds.
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