AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 minutes agoInvestment: The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone recorded RM88.83 billion in approved investments through June, but only 45% has been realised so far. Completed projects are expected to create 12,796 jobs. Economic Strain: Argentina may have slipped into recession as weak consumer spending and cheaper imports hit local firms; about 32,300 businesses have closed since President Javier Milei took office. Business and Technology: Meta delayed new terms that would have let it collect data from business accounts after media companies objected and a Norwegian court temporarily blocked the rules. Small-Business Policy: Canada’s finance minister says the upcoming budget will aim to simplify taxes and encourage investment by small and medium-sized firms. Trade Links: Qatar logistics group GWC is exploring partnerships to connect African markets with its infrastructure and regional network. Regulation: The FTC and eight states sued restaurant software provider Toast over alleged hidden fees, unwanted add-ons and difficult cancellations; Toast denies the claims and says it will defend itself.
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