AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoImpact Investing: Malaysia’s VentureTECH will invest RM28 million across three bumiputera-led tech firms to boost industrial automation, healthcare and digital inclusion. Global Retail Growth: iHerb marks 30 years with its biggest sale event of the year and adds 10 new languages to its platform, now serving 16M+ customers in about 180 countries. Auto Industry Pressure: Toyota’s CEO says the company must improve its “earning power” as US tariffs and West Asia conflict weigh on margins, with cost cuts including reducing part types. Corporate Earnings Watch: Filinvest Development Corp. reports a 1% dip in first-half 2026 net income as banking profit falls, even as real estate and hospitality rise. Telecom Results: Telkom Indonesia revenue climbs 3.9% in H1, helped by Telkomsel’s 11% digital business growth; StarHub posts SGD 258M H1 profit after a one-off Ensign-related gain. Small Business & Policy: Ohio spotlights Black-owned business growth and support resources during National Black Business Month; Minnesota lawmakers tout NFIB 100% small-business voting scores. Local Business Climate: New Orleans clears a PILOT for 220 affordable homes at the River District, aiming to keep momentum on downtown development. Food Safety: Australia recalls Edesia Enterprises “noosa gourmet brioche rolls” over undeclared milk and egg allergens.
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