AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBank Cybersecurity: CrowdStrike says AI tools were likely used in attacks that stole data from South Korean financial organisations; at least nine banks were reportedly targeted, though no attacker has been named. Rupee Defence: RBI measures to curb corporate hedging could raise costs by 80–150 basis points for some clients. The rules cover large hedges tied to current-account payments, and banks are seeking clarity. Global Policy: IMF and World Bank meetings opened in Bangkok amid concern over energy shocks, debt and AI. Bangladesh is seeking World Bank support to ease energy-sector costs. 1MDB Case: The Malaysian fund is in settlement talks with Deutsche Bank Malaysia over a lawsuit alleging losses from misappropriated funds; terms were not disclosed. Credit Exposure: Vehicle and gold-backed loans rose to 24.9% of Sri Lanka’s financial-sector credit by June, up from 19.6% at end-2024. The central bank says lenders face risks if collateral values fall. Malaysia Financing: Digital Nasional completed RM5.2 billion ($1.27 billion) in syndicated Islamic financing to refinance debt and support its ownership transition and network investment.
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