AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFactory Investment: Viscom’s orders rose 42.4% to €90 million in the first nine months, with battery-cell inspection contracts lifting its backlog 88%; most of the work is expected to feed revenue in 2027. German Auto Industry: Mercedes-Benz is freezing investment in German plants and weighing closures as high production costs deepen pressure on the sector. EU Climate Rules: Negotiators have agreed to extend extra free carbon allowances for industry through 2030, as Brussels faces calls to protect competitiveness. EV Supply Chains: The EU and UK are set to delay a planned 10% electric-car tariff because battery supply chains are not ready. Industrial Costs: Britain is putting cheaper energy at the centre of policy as high electricity prices weigh on manufacturers and test the balance between growth and climate goals.
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