AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoUS Tariffs Hit Algeria: The Trump administration has launched sweeping Section 301 tariffs on 60 economies over alleged forced-labour failures, with Algeria listed among the 12.5% bracket; the levies cover about 99.4% of US imports and took effect at 12:01am Friday. Energy & Oil Markets: Oil prices pulled back on Friday, but both Brent and WTI are still set for their biggest weekly gains since May as Red Sea disruptions and Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers keep supply risk elevated. Algeria Corporate Move: ASSAD Group says it has taken full control of its Algerian battery unit, buying out Algerian investors to reach 100% in Batteries Assad Algeria, paving the way for a planned 1bn dinar fundraising and capacity expansion. Women’s Sports & Business: WAFCON starts in Morocco with record $2m prize money and World Cup qualification at stake; Algeria is scheduled to open against Senegal, adding regional attention for sponsors and travel. Methane Rules: The UN says satellite alerts for major methane leaks often don’t trigger action fast enough, pushing calls for better response systems.
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