AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPrivate Credit Stress: Australia’s A$200b private credit market took a hit as Metrics Credit Partners wrote down three ASX-listed private credit funds by about A$160m and suspended trading, citing downside scenarios and tougher regulation. Banking & AI Risk: Apollo’s chief economist warned that AI cash-optimizers could trigger a bank run by pushing deposits from low-yield accounts into higher-yield fintech options. Personal Finance Behavior: Research suggests people spend more when paying without cash, with “pain of paying” making card/phone purchases feel less immediate—tips include turning on purchase alerts and removing saved cards. Fuel Costs Watch: GasBuddy reports show patchy but generally easing U.S. fuel prices week ending Sept. 19, with notable lows like E15 at $3.62/gal in Hughes County and diesel at $4.99/gal in Escambia County. UK Pensions & Taxes: HMRC issued warnings tied to second tax bills and urged people to check for missing savings pots, while the State Pension Triple Lock is confirmed to run until 2029. Teen Banking Push: New teen-focused banking apps aim to teach saving, spending, sending, and credit-building with parent oversight.
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