AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDelivery Deal: DoorDash has agreed to buy Instacart for $17 billion, a major consolidation in grocery delivery that puts competition and pricing under fresh scrutiny. Tech Earnings: Microsoft beat forecasts as Azure revenue surged 48% in the September quarter, lifting shares; the company reported $92.3 billion in revenue and $36.6 billion in profit. Trade Shifts: A survey found 84% of U.S. importers plan to source from outside North America amid tariff uncertainty, while 62% are passing some tariff costs to customers. Malaysia Growth: The economy expanded an estimated 5.3% in the third quarter, and the government expects growth above 5% for 2026; it also plans targeted SME financing support and new rules for foreign e-commerce platforms. UK Budget: Borrowing costs eased after the government’s cautious budget, as business groups welcomed some relief but questioned whether the plans will spur growth. Pricing Scrutiny: The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is seeking data from major firms including Walmart, Delta, DoorDash and Instacart on how they use customer information to set prices and worker pay.
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