AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMalaysia Growth Watch: Investment banks stayed upbeat on Malaysia’s 2026 outlook, with GDP forecasts clustering around 5% as resilient domestic demand and strong E&E exports offset geopolitical and tariff risks. Property Development: Hextar Global and Selangor’s PKNS-backed unit inked a JV to build a RM3.8bn mixed-use project in Siera Alam, targeting middle-to-upper income buyers over a phased 10-year rollout. AI in Media: IBC2026’s free showfloor agenda leans hard into AI, with sessions on how AI agents are reshaping media operations, content creation and monetisation. Cybersecurity: Sophos was named a Leader in IDC’s MarketScape for managed detection and response services for midmarket 2026, citing intelligence-led MDR and flexible delivery. Digital Trust in Nigeria: Nigeria’s new NIMC Act positions the agency as Root Certification Authority for digital signatures tied to the NIN, reshaping how banks and businesses verify identities. Dealmaking: Ferrero agreed to acquire U.S. wellness brand Purely Elizabeth, while Lactalis is set to buy Saputo’s UK dairy business including Wensleydale cheeses. Data Centers: JLL and Morningstar warn capacity is tight in North America, with vacancy near 1% and tenants locking in space for 2028 as AI demand strains new builds.
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