AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCurrency Watch: The Philippine peso slid to a record low of ₱62.265 per $1, hit by energy import costs and a widening trade deficit, while the Thai baht also weakened. IFC Deal: The World Bank’s IFC approved up to $170m for YCO Cloud’s Philippines data-center expansion, including a mezzanine loan and senior A loans. Commodities vs Stocks: Wall Street strategists argue commodities are historically cheap versus US equities as physical scarcity lifts prices, warning investors not to ignore hard-asset signals. Market Discipline: Jim Cramer shared a “20% rule” for managing big stock gains, urging investors to avoid letting momentum override planning. Africa Peace Finance: Ghana’s Mahama pushed for sustainable, predictable, African-owned financing for AU peace and security, backing the AU Peace Fund toward its $1bn target. Investor Protection: A securities class action was filed against Capricor Therapeutics (CAPR) for alleged misstatements, with a lead-plaintiff deadline set for Sept. 28. Property Sentiment: New Zealand investor confidence fell to 1%, and only 10% now see rental property as the best return. Fraud Fallout: Singapore investors fear losses after two “wealth gurus” were declared bankrupt, with concerns focused on about $5m tied up in their schemes.
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