AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMarkets & Energy: U.S. stock futures ticked up as strong earnings and hopes for a Strait of Hormuz deal lifted sentiment, even as oil resumed climbing. Real Estate: The National Association of Realtors says home prices rose faster in Q2, with prices up in 80% of metro areas as buyers slowly returned despite high mortgage rates. Local Sports Business: ESPN reports Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta arranged a private “clear the air” meeting between Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor, with both sides now describing a warmer relationship. Corporate Earnings (NY): 1stDibs narrowed its net loss while revenue and gross margin improved in Q2. Media Watch: The New York Times posted slower digital subscriber growth and a weaker outlook, sending shares down. NYC Policy & Safety: City Council unveiled new bills aimed at cracking down on illegal e-bikes and e-scooters after crash and incident increases. Tech & Cybersecurity: Computer Solutions East earned GTIA Cybersecurity Trustmark Assured status, signaling ongoing security maturity for managed services. Healthcare: CVS raised its 2026 profit forecast after better Aetna cost performance and pharmacy mix. Crypto/Payments: Visa Direct will enable stablecoin prefunding and payouts via zerohash for eligible clients.
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