AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoArmenia Aid & Sanctions Fallout: The EU is preparing a €50m+ emergency support package for Armenia after Russia blocked exports, with easier access for agri-food into EU markets and help finding buyers. Consumer Cost Pressure: The ECB’s April consumer expectations survey shows households still feel inflation is rising (median perceived inflation up to 4.0%), while income growth expectations soften—another sign of pressure on everyday spending. Retail Momentum Slows: Eurostat data points to weaker retail volumes in April (down 0.4% euro area, 0.5% EU month-on-month), with food holding up better than non-food. Tech Sovereignty vs US: The US ambassador warns Europe against “decoupling” on AI and cloud, framing it as an “AI war” with China—while the EU pushes tech sovereignty in sensitive public contracts. Carbon Data for Food: HowGood and Sweep team up to help food and agriculture firms track product-level emissions for EU reporting. Travel Friction at Borders: The EU’s Entry Exit System is causing long airport queues, with warnings to clear passport control before shopping or dining. Greece Tobacco Crackdown: Greece reports a big drop in illegal cigarette consumption, cutting the share to 14.1% and recovering revenue losses. Sustainability Funding: Lithuania’s €884m Social Climate Plan backs home renovations, EVs for public transport, and charging/bike infrastructure to ease the clean transition.
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