AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNorth America Trade: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will work with the U.S. and Mexico to “modernize” CUSMA ahead of the July 1 renewal/review deadline, signaling possible tweaks to protect workers and business certainty. Gun Rights Ruling: The Supreme Court struck down Hawaii’s rule requiring concealed-carry holders to get permission from private property owners before bringing guns onto public-facing businesses. AI + Trade Enforcement: U.S. Customs is ramping up AI investment with partners like Tru Identity to better flag tariff dodgers and spot risky shipments earlier. AI Memory Capital Push: SK Hynix filed to list ADRs on Nasdaq in a deal that could raise about $29–$30B, spotlighting AI-driven demand for memory and the Rancho Cordova Solidigm link. Small-Business Resilience: Nationwide reports most U.S. farms lack written risk plans, with threats now extending beyond weather to supply chains, cyber risk, labor shortages, and disease. Energy in Crisis: Cuba’s grid instability is pushing small businesses toward rooftop solar and battery storage to stay open during blackouts. Tech/Space Economy: Texas announced media registration for the inaugural Texas Space Summit in September, aiming to connect government, defense, research, and investors.
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