AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCompany Earnings: Agra expects profit to rise 22.5%–27.5% for the year to July, citing diversified revenue, stronger non-farming operations and improved livestock conditions. Economic Outlook: The IMF sees Namibia’s growth edging up to 2.7% in 2027, but still below the sub-Saharan African average. Standard Bank warns inflation could reach 5.2% that year as oil and food costs rise. Business Environment: The Tourism Board and Bipa have agreed to streamline registration and compliance for tourism businesses. Mining and Trade: Namibian diamonds averaged nearly four times the global price in 2025, underscoring their value even as the wider industry faces weak demand. Richemont and Signet are reportedly discussing joining a consortium bid for De Beers. Energy Investment: Deep Yellow has delayed a final investment decision on its Tumas uranium project, citing equity-market conditions. Banking: Lower bad-debt provisions helped lift FirstRand Namibia’s first-half profit, while SBN Holdings benefited from loan growth.
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