AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUK Israel Policy Reset: Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says the government will introduce a “comprehensive reset” on Israel, including steps to stop UK firms financing, constructing or advertising new West Bank settlements, after Israel warned it would retaliate if the UK imposes sanctions. Markets & Rates Jitters: Global bond yields hit multi-decade highs as investors fret about debt and inflation, with UK borrowing costs also rising; oil spikes tied to US-Iran tensions are adding pressure to UK inflation expectations. Banking & Finance Watch: Androscoggin Bank highlights its long-running community banking roots as it expands Islamic-compliant products via a dedicated banking division. UK Wealth Services: Penningtons Manches Cooper launches a private wealth practice outside the UK, hiring Rachel Yao in Singapore to lead Asia expansion. Fintech/Capital Markets: London Stock Exchange partners with Kraken’s parent to explore tokenised UK equity markets, while Coinbase pushes ahead with a unified global derivatives platform. Scotland Public Sector: John Swinney unveils plans to cut health boards and extend a £2 bus fare cap nationally, with a misogyny bill also on the agenda.
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