AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 minutes agoLiechtenstein–EU trade & regulation: Stellantis, Volkswagen and Renault are pushing the EU for “Made in Europe” rules, proposing a framework that would require 70% EU local content in 70% of vehicles, explicitly including Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway in the scope. Private finance: Neue Bank highlights a private-banking model built on accountability and long-term value, pointing to Liechtenstein’s stability and regulatory clarity as key enablers. Digital infrastructure: Liechtenstein-based Gnomon Capital has acquired Croatian data-centre operator DC North, expanding its footprint in Europe’s growing colocation and connectivity market. Fintech & digital development: A look at Liechtenstein’s fintech push focuses on competing through regulation, cross-border access and niche specialisation rather than domestic scale. Sports governance with business links: Liechtenstein lawyer Alexander Ospelt narrowly beat Johan Eliasch to become FIS president, with allegations of IOC influence adding governance risk to the sport’s commercial direction. Trade policy watch: India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Switzerland (June 12–13) to drive implementation of the India–EFTA TEPA, with meetings including Swiss officials and pharma leaders. Energy costs context: A ranking shows Liechtenstein among Europe’s higher residential electricity prices (0.402 USD/kWh), underlining cost pressures for households and firms. Connectivity & spectrum: Open Cosmos seeks an ITU deadline extension for its sovereign broadband satellite constellation, citing launch force majeure and relying on Liechtenstein Ka-band spectrum filings. Inflation snapshot: Czechia reports one of Europe’s lowest inflation rates (2.1% y/y in May), while Switzerland and Liechtenstein sit at 0.6%, reinforcing a low-price environment for the region.
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