AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEurozone PMI Watch: Eurozone business activity picked up to the fastest pace this year, with new orders rising at the quickest rate in 40 months and price pressures easing, a sign the bloc is staying resilient despite the war-linked disruption. Energy Tax Push: Germany and five other EU states are urging an EU-wide windfall tax on oil firms, arguing crisis profits should be returned to consumers amid rising living costs. Defense Spending: Germany is preparing an almost €12bn long-range missile and deep-strike plan to deter Russia, with parts due from next year and costs submitted for budget planning. Ukraine Aid: Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced an extra €60m for Ukraine, including €50m humanitarian support and €10m for NATO’s comprehensive assistance package, as air-defense talks continue. Security Shock: German authorities are investigating a Russian-linked weapons cache near Berlin, with reports pointing to an assassination plot. Tax Transparency: Apple disclosed EU country-by-country profit and taxes for the first time, including Germany figures, under new EU transparency rules. Cannabis Politics: Germany’s regulated cannabis market has surged, but lawmakers are pushing for tighter controls and stronger prevention measures. Local Economy Hit by Drought: Rhine ferry services are gradually resuming after weeks of extremely low water levels disrupted transport and revenue.
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