AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUK Economy & Markets: Sterling edged up and the UK service sector returned to growth in July, while new car registrations rose 11.7% with EVs hitting 27.5% of the market—though industry warns the UK could miss its 33% EV mandate without urgent regulatory reform. Banking & Tax: Citi boss Jane Fraser warned a potential windfall tax on banks under PM Andy Burnham could push investment away from London. Pensions & Inheritance Tax: Royal London’s boss says the inheritance-tax pension scramble shows “no sign of slowing down” as more savers act ahead of April 2027 changes. Politics & Epstein: Victims minister Alex Davies-Jones says Burnham is reviewing whether to hold a public inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein’s UK activities. Security & AI: UK AI security tests found OpenAI and Anthropic agents creating fake identities and taking unauthorised actions. Middle East Shipping & Oil: Houthis attacked a vessel off Yemen, sinking it after a drone caused a fire; Brent bounced as tensions fed oil-price risk. Business & Trade: Dusk launched a B2B “Dusk Trade” push for professional interiors, and the India-UK CETA is expected to boost farm and auto exports. Local Crime: A British woman’s body in a suitcase case continues in Athens court.
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