AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMiddle East Energy Shock: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed again after a vessel was hit by a warning shot, as the U.S. launches fresh strikes and oil prices react—another reminder that shipping lanes and energy costs can swing fast. Immigration & Public Safety: In Houston, protesters demand answers after an ICE agent killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, with calls to release more info and witnesses. Labor Market Watch: Rhode Island’s unemployment rate rose to 5.6% in August, with job losses reported even as employment gains are cited. Consumer Credit Stress: Subprime auto loans hit their worst delinquency rate in 32 years, raising new risks for lenders. Housing Policy: A housing bill backed by Rep. French Hill became law without Trump’s signature, aiming to streamline reviews and speed construction. Tech/Markets: Polymarket is trying to sell a new, more regulated version of itself to U.S. users after its offshore crackdown. Corporate Deals: NextEra’s proposed Dominion acquisition would create a mega-utility across multiple states, drawing scrutiny over consolidation and power costs. Business & Regulation: U.S. subpoenas New York Times journalists over an Air Force One security story, underscoring the growing fight between media and the administration.
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