AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSpaceX Mega-IPO: SpaceX priced its record $75B IPO at $135 a share, valuing the company around $1.77T as it prepares to debut on Nasdaq—an event that could kick off a broader 2026 mega-IPO wave. Market Mood: Gold erased 2026 gains after hotter-than-expected U.S. jobs data boosted rate-hike expectations, while investors weighed what that means for inflation and Fed policy. Inflation Watch: U.S. inflation jumped to 4.2% in May, driven largely by energy costs tied to the Iran conflict, with Trump arguing prices should fall once the war ends. Crypto & Policy: The Trump family’s crypto deals reportedly generated $2.3B since re-election even as many investors absorbed large losses; meanwhile, U.S. lawmakers failed to extend FISA’s Section 702, raising near-term uncertainty for surveillance authorities. Banking & Consumers: A U.S. Bank survey found many Americans—especially Gen Z—avoid checking bank balances due to anxiety, highlighting a growing need for financial support. Energy & Sanctions: The Trump administration sanctioned Cuba’s state oil company CUPET, and shipping firms reportedly paused Cuba cargo bookings over compliance concerns.
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