AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHigh-Stakes Defence & Security: The UK is proposing deeper military support for Nigeria, including air defence, counter-drone tech, intelligence help and training, as well as support for a forward operating base. Cost of Borrowing for SMEs: With Iran’s war pushing up borrowing costs, UK debt advisers warn higher rates could squeeze margins and hit investment for small firms. Wealth & Markets: Coinbase has opened crypto, equities, commodities and FX derivatives trading for UK professional clients, with leverage up to 50x for eligible users. Housing Pressure: Bellway’s boss calls for an immediate stamp duty cut and a return of Help to Buy to revive demand in a struggling market. Food Security Alarm: Analysts warn repeated heatwaves and drought could drive the UK’s worst food security crisis in decades, raising the risk of later price shocks. High Street Crackdown: The government is preparing powers to restrict betting shops, adult gaming centres and vape shops on high streets. Tech & Investment Moves: HarbourVest appoints a new private wealth lead for parts of Europe, reflecting continued demand for private markets. Science & Culture: Specialist glasses have sold out ahead of the UK’s best solar eclipse in decades, and Warner Bros confirmed a 4 November opening date for the UK’s biggest Harry Potter shop.
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