AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUK Banking Access: The FCA says major UK banks will do better at offering basic bank accounts to people who qualify, after a review found too many were missed or pushed into unsuitable online routes. Retirement Policy Watch: Trump is floating an Australia-style retirement account modeled on employer contributions, but details are still thin—readers should treat it as a concept, not a plan. Wealth & Taxes (Scotland): Scotland’s government is consulting on a “mansion tax” with new council tax bands for homes over £1m, potentially adding up to £3,600 a year for the priciest properties. Public Finance (South Africa): South Africa’s Treasury will freeze July funding to dozens of municipalities, including Johannesburg, citing mismanagement and fiscal discipline. Investing for Kids (US): “Trump Accounts” are launched with up to $5,000 annual parent contributions and a $1,000 seed for eligible newborns, plus pledges from wealthy backers. Crypto/Regulation (US): The CLARITY Act fight is now split inside law enforcement, with senators weighing how it affects investigations. Housing Market (UK): Lloyds reports a first month-on-month house price rise in four months, with affordability still tight.
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