AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBolivia Protests: Riot police clashed with anti-government demonstrators in La Paz again on Friday as unions and Indigenous groups pressed President Rodrigo Paz to resign amid fuel shortages, dollar scarcity and runaway inflation—four protesters were reported killed and hundreds detained. Argentina–IMF Momentum: The IMF approved a fresh roughly US$1bn disbursement for Argentina, backing Milei’s reform path even as talks continue on delaying repo maturities beyond the election. EU–Mexico Trade Reset: The EU and Mexico signed an updated deal cutting remaining tariffs and expanding access for food and auto parts, aiming to reduce dependence on the US as tariff threats loom. Caribbean Aviation Cuts: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and reducing operations after millions in losses, reversing earlier expansion. Energy/Finance: Afreximbank reported a 25% jump in Q1 2026 net income on stronger lending, while Citi said it will anchor wealth hiring in Asia to lift returns. Mexico Environment: Mexico rejected Royal Caribbean’s “Perfect Day” waterpark in Mahahual over mangrove and reef risks.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.