AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Recovery: Jamaica says it’s nearing the end of its post-Hurricane Melissa comeback, with 70% of affected hotel rooms back online and the rest expected in early 2027, while operators push for new experiences and upgrades. Food & Health: A new meta-analysis links 4–6 daily servings of whole grains to better heart-health markers, including cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure. Sustainable Seafood: A guide explains why some tilapia is “non-certified,” flagging concerns about farm standards, antibiotics, and environmental controls. Regional Payments: Trinidad and Tobago economists back a proposed CARICOM payments system to speed cross-border transactions in local currencies, but warn it won’t work without deeper production and trade fixes. Trade & Retail: Brazil formally incorporates the Mercosur–EFTA free trade deal, with tariff cuts set to roll out starting Oct 1. Consumer Travel Deals: Tour America and Cruise Holidays announce a one-day “Red Cow Sale Day” with discounts across cruises, North America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. Energy/Imports: The U.S. resumes crude imports from Iraq, while Canada remains the top supplier; Venezuela and Brazil follow.
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