AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIran Tensions Hit Markets Again: Oil whipsawed after Trump warned Iran the “clock is ticking,” keeping the Strait of Hormuz risk front and centre and dragging risk appetite across Asia, with Hong Kong’s Hang Seng down about 1.1% and broader bond pressure in focus. Evergrande Fallout in Hong Kong Court: Liquidators of China Evergrande filed a fresh HK lawsuit seeking about US$8.4b from PwC entities, alleging negligent audits ahead of the 2021 collapse—on top of earlier regulator action against PwC. AI Push Meets Slower Demand: Baidu reported a fourth straight quarterly revenue decline, trying to offset weaker ad cash flows with AI growth. Hong Kong Business Watch: A transport advisory panel said “several thousand” ride-hailing licences won’t meet demand, hinting at an initial level closer to 10,000. Health & Tech Moves: HistoSonics won Taiwan TFDA approval for its tumour-destroying ultrasound system, while CodeLifeAI launched an AI-native biotech design workspace.
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