AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCoking Coal Supply Shock: China’s coking coal imports are set to rise after a fatal Shanxi mine accident shut 155 mines for safety checks, pushing prices up and leaving utilization rates below pre-accident levels. Climate Negotiations & Trade: At UN talks in Bonn, countries focused on turning climate targets into on-the-ground action, with electrification, waste cuts and building efficiency on the agenda and trade taking a bigger role. El Niño Preparedness: FAO and WFP launched a first-ever Joint Anticipatory Action Appeal for US$202M to protect about 8.8–9M people across 22 high-risk countries from stronger El Niño impacts on food and livelihoods. Colombia Economy Watch: DANE reported Colombia’s economy grew slightly in April, but agriculture lagged, highlighting uneven momentum. Digital Out-of-Home Growth: A new market forecast projects rapid expansion of the digital signage sector, driven by cheaper LED/OLED displays and cloud content systems. Livestock Signals: USDA-linked updates show shifting dynamics in cattle and hog markets, with disease surveillance and export demand remaining key variables. Security & Politics: Ahead of Colombia’s runoff, Abelardo de la Espriella’s “tough on crime” push and Trump’s endorsement underscore how security and geopolitics are shaping voter choices.
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