AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRugby’s Greatest Rivalry in Baltimore: The All Blacks and Springboks are set to clash in the fourth and final Test of their series, with both unions chasing a rare US payday and the chance to grow rugby’s fanbase in a market dominated by the NFL. Women’s rugby spotlight: England kick off the WXV Global Series as world champions, starting with Australia at Salford, with a reshaped competition format and a new bespoke match ball. NZ economy and banks: ASB is forecasting New Zealand production GDP growth of 0.3% for the June quarter, while Fitch keeps a positive outlook on major NZ bank credit ratings and discusses upcoming loss-absorbing capital rules. Markets hit by oil: The S&P/NZX 50 posts its steepest weekly fall in four years as oil prices spike and investors brace for higher rates. Local governance and integrity: Manurewa election complaints allege ballot paper theft and rigging, with matters referred to police. Auckland travel snag: A Turkish Airlines passenger bound for Auckland is recorded as a “no-show” after boarding passes were not issued at the gate. Health and ageing milestone: New Zealand’s oldest person, Aileen Kars, turns 113 and is celebrated with a garden named in her honour. Climate watch: Oceans log a 100th straight day of record heat, underscoring how prolonged warming is reshaping marine life.
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