AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoJapan–South Korea Energy Push: PM Sanae Takaichi says Tokyo and Seoul agreed to strengthen energy security, including bigger stockpiles and cooperation on critical minerals, as the Middle East war keeps oil markets jittery. Japan Economy Watch: Japan’s Q1 growth beat forecasts, but Takaichi is weighing an extra budget as inflation risks from the Iran conflict linger. Markets Under Strain: Japanese investors cut nearly $30B of US bonds in Q1, the biggest selloff since 2022, while global bond worries and high oil prices keep traders cautious. Fed Leadership Shake-up: Kevin Warsh is set to be sworn in as the next Fed chair at the White House, with fresh questions about central bank independence. Cannes Spotlight (Japan): Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s “All of a Sudden” is drawing major praise for its slow, humane pace, while Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Her Private Hell” divides audiences. Culture & Tech: Fanuc and Google are betting on “physical AI” for factories, and Number_i signs with Atlantic Records for a US push.
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