AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoAuto Industry: France and Germany agreed to loosen EU car-emissions rules and link the 2035 framework to “Made in Europe” sourcing, a bid to protect manufacturers that has drawn criticism from climate advocates and parts of the industry. AI and Industry: Berlin is preparing a partnership with Nvidia to expand AI use in German industry, while the government’s broader push for industrial AI aims to strengthen domestic competitiveness. Economic Outlook: Germany’s recovery slowed in the third quarter as energy costs and shipping disruptions added to inflation pressures; wholesale prices reached a more than three-year high. Banking: Italy’s UniCredit won ECB approval to take control of Commerzbank, intensifying scrutiny of foreign ownership of a major German lender. Trade and Energy: Germany’s trade surplus with China is set to shrink as its automotive advantage erodes, while the country added 12.63 GW of solar capacity in the first nine months of 2026. Corporate Risk: Moscow’s takeover of more European company assets is escalating the risks for businesses caught in retaliation over the Ukraine war.
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