AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBanking Resilience: A Google Cloud power outage disrupted services at Lloyds, HSBC and Revolut, leaving some customers unable to access or send money. Google said services had recovered for most users, highlighting banks’ reliance on cloud providers. Housing & Rates: U.S. pending home sales fell 7.3% in September, reaching their lowest level since at least 2001, as mortgage rates climbed from about 6.7% to nearly 7.5%. Tax & Investing: UK Chancellor John Healey has reportedly ruled out a capital gains tax increase in next week’s Budget, easing investor concerns after speculation prompted some to sell assets. Household Finances: A Brooklyn couple earning more than $1 million a year and holding about $11 million in assets says it still lives month to month, showing how high income and wealth can mask weak cash reserves and spending pressures.
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