AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEU Defence Supply Crunch: EU governments are scrambling to send Patriot interceptors to Ukraine as Western stocks run low ahead of winter, with Germany, the Netherlands and Poland already transferring systems and Kyiv pressing Spain and Greece for more. Automotive Circularity Rules: The EU’s end-of-life vehicle regulation takes effect today, locking in recycled plastic quotas for new cars (15% from 2032, 25% from 2036) and pushing dismantling-friendly design. Industrial Logistics Stress: Record-low Rhine water levels are disrupting German chemical, steel and utility operations, driving higher freight costs and even force majeure at some sites. AI-Driven Manufacturing Demand: Britain’s economy shows clearer signs of benefiting from the AI boom, with strong growth in computer programming and rising plant and machinery investment. Battery & Materials Outlook: A new report projects lithium-ion batteries growing from $73.5bn in 2026 to $271bn by 2035, underpinned by electrification mandates. Energy & Infrastructure: Global electricity generation hit 32,202 TWh in 2025, up 32.4% over the decade, adding pressure on power systems. India Industrial Push: Daimler India Commercial Vehicles plans an additional Rs 4,000 crore investment in Tamil Nadu to expand BharatBenz manufacturing, R&D and readiness.
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