AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoUS-Iran Escalation: The US carried out a ninth straight night of strikes on Iran, saying it aims to degrade Tehran’s ability to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran claimed two oil tankers were “exploded and immobilised.” Kuwait Security & Infrastructure: Kuwait reported intercepting hostile drones and said Iranian attacks hit key facilities, including an oil installation and a power and desalination complex, prompting emergency measures and grid protection. Regional Spillover: Bahrain and Jordan also reported missile/drone activity, with sirens sounding and air defenses activated, while shipping disruptions kept pressure on the region’s energy flow. Oil & Inflation Watch: Brent jumped above $90 a barrel on renewed Hormuz risk, while analysts warned Europe is vulnerable to finished-fuel squeezes as refining capacity and inventories face strain. Payments & Finance (Local): QIIB and Visa Consulting & Analytics signed a collaboration to support QIIB’s payments growth in Kuwait and enhance card customer engagement through data-led portfolio management and targeted campaigns.
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