AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMiddle East Energy Shock: The US says it’s reinstating a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships for “safe passage,” while Iran and the US trade claims about whether the strait is open—pushing oil prices up and adding fresh inflation pressure that’s rippling into markets. Australian Market Mood: ASX 200 slipped as higher energy costs weighed on sentiment, with investors also watching broader global risk as oil jumped. East Coast Gas & Storage: South Australia’s government backed new Otway Basin work, including grants to Beach Energy for exploration wells and funding tied to the Katnook underground storage system. Nuclear Supply Push: India’s NTPC is seeking consultants to help finance overseas uranium mines as India targets a major nuclear buildout, with Australia’s uranium deal now part of the supply picture. Battery Boom at Home: Australia’s home battery installs are surging on cheaper Chinese imports, as renewables growth and grid limits keep storage in demand. Solar Tech Watch: Perovskite solar cells are getting renewed attention as a potential next step to cut solar costs further. Mining Tech Investment: Hancock Prospecting backed Lumitron with $50m to commercialise advanced X-ray imaging for mining and industrial inspection.
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