AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Tech Sovereignty: The EU will outline how it plans to cut dependence on American and Asian technology and steer demand toward European digital alternatives. Public Procurement as Leverage: A new push argues Europe’s €2tn procurement power should be used to steer Big Tech toward greener, rights-respecting outcomes, not just cheaper contracts. US Tariffs on Forced Labour: Washington proposes 10%–12.5% duties on imports from 60 economies, including the EU and Britain, after forced-labour enforcement gaps. Germany Social Strain: Germany’s poverty rate hit a record 16.1% in 2025, with older people and non-working households hardest hit. Spain RRF Execution Gap: Spain risks losing billions as Recovery plan execution lags, with a large unallocated grants pool and heavy loan renunciations. AI Funding in Europe: Factorial raises $150m Series D, valuing it above $2.5bn, as it pivots toward an AI workforce platform. Shipping & Capital Markets: Safe Bulkers starts trading on Euronext Athens, linking Greek shipping with European investors. Arctic Security: Norway warns Russia could exploit the “Bear Pass” to threaten northern Europe, raising the stakes for defence and logistics. Household Investing: ECB research finds Europeans still avoid direct stock investing, with low and unstable participation despite digital platforms.
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