AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPrediction Markets Under Pressure: Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway issued cease-and-desist letters to Polymarket, Kalshi and others, saying “event contracts” still fall under state sports wagering rules, forcing licensing or a stop. Market Sentiment Watch: Economist David Rosenberg flagged the VIX “fear index” staying near one-year lows despite geopolitical and inflation stress, pointing to complacency risk. Mortgage Broker Momentum (Australia): A new industry snapshot shows broker-led lending accelerating in 2025—residential settlements up 23.5% and loans settled up 17.2%—highlighting how distribution, not headcount, is driving growth. Regional Growth Signal (Malaysia): Malaysia’s Leading Index rose 1.1% y/y in July, supported by semiconductor and precious-metals imports, while new-company registrations cooled. Infrastructure Power Plan (Canada): An Atlantic Economic Panel urges a single regional electricity market and shared project reviews to compete for investment and tackle labor shortages. Halal Expansion (Malaysia): Adabi Frozen Food is pushing into Brunei and preparing for Kuwait, using MIHAS and other trade fairs to build partnerships. Tech & Health Themes: LEDVANCE marks 10 years in North America; Propel and BioSyent tout top-growing-company rankings; and multiple reports forecast strong demand for remote patient monitoring and continuity software.
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