AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS Credit Crime & Identity Theft: Crooks are increasingly using stolen Social Security numbers to create “synthetic” identities, a fast-growing fraud that can build credit quietly before a sudden bust-out. RBI Currency Watch: RBI says it’s still weighing whether to introduce polymer (plastic) banknotes, with a decision only coming after pros and cons are reviewed. India Banking & Fraud Probe: India’s CBI raided six locations in a Rs 661-crore Haryana fund misappropriation case, alleging collusion between officials and banks and unauthorized accounts used to siphon state money. Credit Cards for Travel: A guide breaks down when credit cards beat forex or prepaid travel cards—and when upfront loading is cheaper once fees and exchange-rate markups are counted. Bank Holidays: In India, banks will be closed on June 13 (second Saturday) and June 14 (Sunday); most other days are open. Fed Liquidity Signal: The Fed’s reverse repo facility fell to just $761M with only five counterparties, highlighting liquidity draining toward risk assets. UK Household Costs: The UK’s Warm Homes Plan targets free home upgrades to cut energy bills for millions, including social and low-income renters. Airline Stress: Rising fuel costs and Middle East disruption are pushing more airline failures and consolidation talk.
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