AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRed Sea Security: Houthis launched fresh missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, injuring 13 civilians and hitting areas including Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif, while the group also claimed it seized the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands. Oil & Shipping: The attacks and stalled Strait of Hormuz talks are keeping crude prices elevated, with Saudi’s East-West pipeline reportedly offline after drone strikes, adding supply-risk pressure. Diplomacy & Regional Tensions: Oman postponed a Strait of Hormuz meeting with Iran and other states, citing the need for consensus, as Iran signals openness to a deal with Washington. Markets: US 10-year Treasury yields briefly topped 5% for the first time since 2023, as oil-driven inflation fears feed into expectations of Fed action. Business in the Gulf: HSBC launched a digital wealth trading platform in Qatar, expanding access to international markets for eligible Premier customers. Tourism Push: Kerala plans targeted campaigns in Bahrain to attract more Gulf visitors, aiming for 300,000 Arab tourists over five years.
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