AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEU Antitrust Watch: The European Commission is preparing a full investigation into the Saipem–Subsea 7 merger, with concerns centered on offshore vessel fleets and subsea engineering capacity that could affect project costs and delivery. Biofuels & Feedstocks: Acelen signed a five-year deal with Bunge to supply 1.5 million metric tons of soy oil for a Bahia SAF and renewable diesel project, with output starting in 2029 and Acelen investing over $3bn. Amazon Environment: Brazil’s Amazon deforestation fell to the lowest level in a decade in the first half of 2026, down 38% year-on-year to 1,295 sq km cleared, according to INPE. Food Safety: A systematic review from Sapienza University found multiple pesticide residues in infant formula across 26 studies, including data from Brazil, raising short- and long-term health concerns. Energy Markets Shock: Russia imposed a complete diesel export ban after drone attacks hit refining capacity, tightening global fuel supplies and pushing prices higher. Agribusiness & Labor Risk: A report warns extreme heat could cost India more than 19 working days a year in agriculture and construction by 2030, highlighting climate-driven cost-of-living pressure.
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