AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoOffshore Energy: Talos Energy took operatorship and an 80% interest in a new offshore Honduras exploration block in the western Caribbean, with CaribX keeping 20%; Talos plans 3D seismic later this year and is also pushing appraisal and development work across its U.S. Gulf portfolio. Agri-Exports & Prices: USDA data shows beef export sales rising (net sales 19,800 MT for 2026, up 31% week-over-week) while pork is mixed (net sales 27,300 MT, down 23% vs the prior week) and Honduras appears among key pork destinations; cattle futures hit three-week highs as producers weigh shortages, processing issues, and trade uncertainty. Telecom Finance: Millicom (Tigo) lifted 2026 equity free cash flow guidance to around $1.1B, cut its year-end leverage target to below 2.5x, and declared a $1.50 per share interim dividend after strong Q2 results. Regional Business: Central American private-sector groups agreed to restart a coordinated agenda on investment facilitation, integration, and monitoring relations with the U.S., with education and talent development also on the list. Mining & Renewables: Ormat reported Q2 gains driven by energy storage growth and raised full-year guidance, while Aura Minerals announced a dividend and record first-half performance.
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