AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMaritime & Trade Disruption: Ukrainian drone strikes hit two cargo ships off Novorossiysk, including a San Marino-flagged freighter (Necibe), injuring eight and killing one crew member—another reminder of how shipping risk can spill into supply chains. Food & Drink Industry: Eurostat reports EU beer production slipped 0.7% in 2025 to 34.4 billion litres, with low/no-alcohol reaching 2.1 billion; Italy (including San Marino) is cited for alcoholic beer volumes. Hospitality & Consumer Trends: Sip Fresh says first-half 2026 growth is being driven by customizable wellness smoothies, with collagen and Vitamin C boosting wellness add-ons and new retail leases expanding reach. Immigration & Labor Markets: The US DHS published the updated H-2A/H-2B eligible countries list, adding Belize and keeping the rest unchanged—relevant for seasonal agriculture and temporary non-ag work planning. International Diplomacy: UNGA 2026 agenda coverage highlights how US-Iran tensions and shipping disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz are shaping the week’s priorities.
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