AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCrypto Payments: Kraken and MoneyGram rolled out Bitcoin-to-cash withdrawals at nearly 500,000 MoneyGram locations across 100+ countries, aiming to make crypto-to-cash simpler for people who rely on cash. Trade Policy: The U.S. kicked off new Section 232 metal tariff adjustments (steel, aluminum, copper derivatives) with targeted agricultural and HVAC-related reductions running through 2027, while importers face updated filing and classification rules. Forced-Labor Tariffs: USTR proposed Section 301 tariffs on 60 economies for failing to block forced-labor imports, with Guatemala listed among countries facing a 10% rate and textiles/apparel exemptions tied to CAFTA-DR rules. Agriculture & Biosecurity: New World screwworm was confirmed in Texas after spreading through Mexico and Central America, triggering quarantines and sterile-fly releases—an issue that directly threatens regional livestock and wildlife health. Regional Business & Connectivity: BermudAir announced winter expansion adding Turks & Caicos, Belize, and Guatemala City, using fifth-freedom routes to connect underserved leisure markets. Craft & Supply Chains: We Are Legacy launched NFC-based digital product identities for handmade goods to improve provenance and maker recognition across global craft networks.
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