AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAuto & Industry Deals: Ford and Geely agreed a Valencia, Spain joint venture to build multi-energy vehicles for both brands, aiming to boost Ford’s European push while accelerating Geely’s local production. EV & Market Pressure: Tesla reported Q2 profit down about 5% as AI and manufacturing spending rose, while lower vehicle prices and warranty-related charges weighed on earnings. Semiconductors: Samsung and Broadcom signed an MOU worth $200bn+ for AI memory, foundry and advanced packaging through 2030, underlining Europe’s wider push to secure strategic chip supply chains. Road Safety: Euro NCAP and UK safety groups warn truck rear underrun guards and older ADAS can fail to prevent deadly impacts, calling for EU/UK rule updates to match US TOUGHGUARD standards. Energy & Transport Costs: UK fuel prices are rising again, with the RAC warning staycation drivers as petrol and diesel climb amid freight disruption fears. Policy & Trade: US tariffs over forced-labour enforcement are heading into legal fights, while USMCA talks for September keep autos content rules as a key sticking point. Manufacturing Geopolitics: Ireland’s Aughinish Alumina probe into alleged Russia-linked alumina exports highlights how sanctions and ownership concerns are reshaping European industrial supply chains.
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