AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoGulf Finance Friction: Financial Times reports Saudi banks have blocked or delayed payments to UAE accounts since mid-May, with the central bank denying direct country restrictions—raising fears the Saudi-UAE rift is spilling into day-to-day commerce. Hormuz Energy Shock: US-Iran strikes intensified again as Iran warned it could keep the Strait of Hormuz shut; oil prices jumped above $85 and Gulf states are accelerating plans for alternative routes like ports and pipelines. Saudi-Bangladesh Ports Push: A Saudi delegation met Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman, signaling interest in up to $1bn for ports, rail and logistics, including a $180m Bay Terminal proposal by Red Sea Gateway Terminal International. Saudi Market Mood: Saudi’s main stock index closed down, slipping 11 points to 10,704. PIA Privatisation Lesson: A Pakistan SOE reform series says PIA’s management control finally moved to private hands on 30 June after debt carve-outs—framing it as rehabilitation, not just a sale. Saudi Infrastructure Contract: Saudi Downtown Company awarded Ansab the design and infrastructure works for Al Khobar Downtown’s road networks and street lighting. Lucid Rumours Roil Investors: Lucid denied bankruptcy/take-private reports after a sharp stock plunge, but investor confidence remains fragile.
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