AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Trade Shield: EU leaders backed tougher trade defences against a surge of Chinese exports, tasking the Commission to expand its “toolbox” while keeping “constructive dialogue” with Beijing. EU Budget Fight: Brussels is also preparing for a summit showdown over the bloc’s long-term budget, with net payers pushing cuts that could squeeze agriculture and cohesion funds—Spain is among the “Friends of Cohesion” pushing back. Energy Rules: The Commission clarified that EU-based firms are banned from marketing or trading Russian LNG in third countries from 2027, tightening uncertainty for contracts held by players including Naturgy. Banking & Fraud: Spain’s biggest banks launched a collaborative fraud platform, aiming to curb financial crime. Corporate Moves: Wise agreed to buy Expatica, boosting its relocation and expat guidance offering across Europe. Sports Meets Business: Real Madrid’s rebuild continues with midfield targets including Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández, while Liverpool completed the signing of Spain winger Victor Muñoz from Osasuna.
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