AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoPublic Finance Watch: A French study says public hospital deficits are set to hit about 2.1% of revenue in 2025 (around €2.3bn), up from 2.7% in 2024 (€2.9bn), with rising operating costs and interest payments on loans still weighing on budgets. Healthcare Funding: The report links the pressure to slower hospital investment despite Ségur healthcare reform grants, with investment falling to 4.8% of revenue in 2025 from 5.1% in 2024. Eurozone Money Design: The ECB confirms overseas territories including Guadeloupe will be incorporated into the next euro banknote redesign in a later phase, after a public consultation running until Sept. 21. Caribbean Tourism & Spirits: Hyatt is expanding its all-inclusive footprint across the Caribbean, while Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits reports a France-led rebound in Q2 and a partial recovery in H1. Regional Business & Cooperation: The OECS appoints Aisha Maina as Strategic Advisor for Africa-Caribbean cooperation, aiming to boost trade and investment links. Guadeloupe Industry Spotlight: Distillerie Bonne Mère (Guadeloupe) wins Champion International Distiller at the Australian distilling awards, highlighting the island’s growing spirits reputation.
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