AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFinancial Crime Controls: Iraq is back on the FATF grey list after gaps in anti–money laundering and terrorism-financing work, with a push for stronger investigations and sanctions. Retail Demand Watch: U.S. retail sales beat expectations in May, but the boost may fade as tax-refund support wanes and prices stay elevated. Consumer Pricing Pressure: Apple says iPhone, MacBook and iPad prices will rise as global chip shortages keep costs high. Trade & Groceries: Canada moves to a 10% tariff on canned vegetables (with key country exemptions) for up to 200 days. Oil Market Pass-Through: Nigeria’s PETROAN urges NNPC to finalize refinery talks with Chinese firms and calls for pump-price cuts as crude falls. Food & Beverage Retail: Hambledon Wine Estate wins double gold at Decanter World Wine Awards as it expands its cellar-door experience. Digital Commerce Growth: TikTok and the ICC back Nigerian SMEs with digital commerce labs aimed at reaching global markets. Cyber & Retail Tech: Facewatch earns ISO/IEC 42001 certification for retail facial recognition governance. New Rules for Fishing Fees: Kodiak halibut charter customers must buy a new daily stamp under federal regulations.
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