AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoInflation and Markets: U.S. inflation accelerated to 3.7% in September, with higher gas, clothing and airfares adding pressure as investors weighed the prospect of further Fed rate hikes. Banking: Wall Street lenders reported mixed quarterly results, while a U.S. regulator accused nine major banks of restricting services to some customers over political views. Power Supply: A temporary federal order gives PJM emergency authority across 13 states and Washington, D.C., to help maintain grid stability through Oct. 16; officials say it is a precaution, not a blackout warning. Small Businesses: The SBA is offering drought-affected businesses and nonprofits loans of up to $2 million, with rates as low as 4% for businesses. Corporate Strategy: B&G Foods is selling its B&M and Joan of Arc bean brands and plans to use the proceeds to reduce debt.
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