AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMarket Turmoil: Fears that US midterm results could slow AI data-centre expansion erased about $2.5 trillion from US stocks on Thursday. Asian markets followed, with South Korea’s Kospi plunging more than 8% and triggering a trading halt. Investment Push: Johor is courting Singapore investors through a network of 200 stakeholders. The state recorded RM59.4 billion in approved investment in the first half of 2026; its Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone drew RM76.98 billion in approvals last year, with 57% realised. Canada’s Growth Plan: Ottawa’s 2026 budget promises an “investment supercycle” centred on major projects and business investment, while forecasting a $62.3 billion deficit. AI Deal: AMD disclosed it will pay about US$2.9 billion for Toronto chip startup Taalas, including contingent payments, in a deal still awaiting regulatory approval.
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