AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUS–Jordan Trade: Jordan and the United States signed a reciprocal trade agreement to deepen economic ties, cut reciprocal tariffs on Jordanian goods to 10%, and give Jordan’s apparel/garments sector more preferential access to the US market, with Jordan continuing duty-free access under the 2001 free trade deal. Royal Visit & Business Links: King Abdullah II departed for the UK to meet major company leaders and attend part of the Jordanian-British Business Forum, signaling continued push for investment and trade cooperation. Markets & FX: The dollar edged higher as US–Iran tensions lifted crude prices and pushed bond yields up, while stock gains tempered demand for safe-haven dollars. Regional Risk for Jordan: Jordan again reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, underscoring how the US–Iran conflict is spilling into Jordan’s security environment. Energy & Shipping Pressure: With Strait of Hormuz disruptions and renewed regional threats, oil prices stayed supported, raising inflation worries that can feed into regional economic costs.
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