AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHong Kong Crypto Fraud: A Hong Kong woman reportedly lost about $3.3 million after a romance scam steered her into a fake crypto investment platform, with police citing 25 similar cases in the week to July 30 and total losses nearing $9 million. AI Spending Backlash: Jefferies’ Chris Wood warns investors are turning against Big Tech’s AI capex binge as free cash flow weakens and share prices react, raising fears hyperscalers may burn billions without returns. HK Fintech & Crypto Risk Controls: The SFC moved to freeze HK$125 million in client assets tied to suspected IPO fraud, while Hong Kong also warned of suspected crypto scams after large investor losses. Cross-border Mobility & Travel Risks: China issued new rules to tighten overseas travel risk prevention and exit-entry management from Sept 15, while Mastercard data highlights travel fraud spikes at peak destinations. Markets & Macro: Hong Kong’s economy grew 4.3% in Q2, with the city expecting a “solid” second half, alongside updates on HKMA reserves and liquidity. Regional Trade: The WTO said Africa’s merchandise exports rose 14% in Q1 2026, second only to Asia’s growth. Business & Deals: Sainsbury’s agreed to sell Argos for at least £120 million to Swift Partners, with staff transfers and job protections in focus. EV Deliveries: XPeng reported July deliveries up 4% to 38,027, and NIO said July deliveries jumped 71% to 35,934.
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