AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWest Asia Tensions & Oil: Oil jumped more than 7% after Trump said the US would respond forcefully to an attempted Iranian attack, with missiles intercepted and renewed hostilities lifting supply worries, including drone strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure and heightened Strait of Hormuz/Red Sea risks. Air Cargo Demand: IATA says global air cargo demand rose 8.5% in June year-on-year, with Asia-Pacific airlines up 7.9%, driven by high-value tech and urgent shipments, though West Asia conflict and US tariff focus remain risks. Aviation Disruption Watch: Malaysia’s CAAM urged passengers to check flight status as airlines adjust routes, schedules or cancel services tied to West Asia; major carriers have extended suspensions into late Aug, Sept or Oct 2026. Saudi Security Shift: Saudi Arabia appears to move from defensive posture to direct action, launching strikes in eastern Iraq amid attacks on oil infrastructure and drone threats. HIV Treatment Push: UNAIDS reports one in four people with HIV in Asia Pacific still lack lifesaving treatment, warning funding cuts could stall progress. Korea Market Shock: South Korea’s KOSPI plunged again as AI-led gains unraveled, wiping trillions and hitting leveraged retail investors. Hallyu Deal: Jung Il Woo signed with Galaxy Corporation as his global profile continues to rise.
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