AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoForeign-Asset Control: Putin expanded temporary management of Japan Tobacco’s Russian businesses to three more companies. The appointed manager says it plans to maintain production and jobs. Metals & Logistics: Russian pig iron is moving through Murmansk for the first time since 1996, as attacks disrupt Black Sea shipping. The first 65,000-tonne cargo is reportedly bound for Turkey. Fuel Trade: Tankers carrying Russian diesel to the US have changed course, casting doubt on planned shipments. Industry & Exports: Industrial production grew 1.8% in September, while Moscow manufacturers reportedly tripled exports to China this year. Consumer Goods: Barilla continues operating in Russia, paying an estimated $21 million a year in Russian taxes, but its chairman declined to discuss the company’s local business.
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