AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBanking AI: Hong Kong’s central bank has launched the first banking-focused governance project for autonomous AI agents, seeking standards to verify who deploys them, what they can do and who is liable for their actions. Digital Gilt: Six banks, including Barclays, HSBC and NatWest, will help prepare the UK’s first digitally native government bond pilot, expected by Q1 2027; the Bank of England approved a link between HSBC and LSEG platforms to widen investor access. Gold Reserves: Central banks bought 321 tonnes of gold in the third quarter, the fastest pace since late 2024, bringing year-to-date purchases to 675 tonnes. Rates: Australia’s central bank raised its rate to 4.85%, an 18-year high, as inflation remains above target. Indian Markets: SEBI issued a framework allowing foreign investors to access Indian REITs and infrastructure trusts through depositary receipts on select overseas exchanges, subject to approval and investor protections.
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