AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEnergy Security: Germany confirmed plans for a strategic gas reserve equal to 10% of storage capacity, to be filled in 2027-2028 and funded via consumer levies—expected to add about €42 a year to household bills. Power & Industry: Uniper is doubling down on flexible power and renewables with about €5bn in investment by 2030, pointing to surging data-centre electricity demand. Jobs & Manufacturing: Germany’s manufacturing shed 177,000 jobs in 2025, with autos and suppliers taking the biggest hit as the industrial slump drags on. Defence Cooperation: France and Germany are pushing a “new dynamic” on defence after fighter-jet setbacks, including nuclear deterrence and joint security planning. EU Climate Policy: Brussels is rolling out reforms to the EU emissions trading system, aiming to balance climate goals with high energy costs and industry pressure. Ukraine Support: Germany is financing large drone purchases for Ukraine, including 50,000 attack drones. Markets Watch: ECB is set to pause after its last hike, with traders focused on what it signals for September. Business Deals: Uber’s €12.7bn takeover of Germany’s Delivery Hero is moving ahead, underlining consolidation in European food delivery.
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