AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTrade Push: Ireland’s foreign minister Helen McEntee urged Irish firms to treat Latin America and the Caribbean as the “next trade frontier,” pointing to a 64% jump in two-way trade since 2021 to €18bn and citing new air routes and double-tax deals. Banking Growth Story: South Africa’s Capitec keeps drawing attention for its scale and returns, a reminder of how fintech-style challengers can win in emerging markets. SME & Jobs Focus: Jamaica’s opposition trade/industry lead Anthony Hylton says MSMEs must sit at the center of growth, calling for a national MSME growth and export programme with financing, shared facilities, standards support, and digital export readiness. Tourism Pressure: Caribbean tourism minister Edmund Bartlett wants CARICOM to formally prioritize tourism as the region’s economic backbone. Cost Squeeze: In the US, Arizona restaurants and produce firms report tomato prices up 50% year-on-year, with tariffs and transport costs adding strain. Airline Results: Copa Holdings posted strong Q1 numbers, including higher margins and load factor.
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