AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoConstruction Watch: Eurostat data show EU construction production up in April 2026 (+0.8% EU, +0.6% euro area vs March), with civil engineering and specialised works leading, but Slovakia stands out with a sharp monthly drop (-6.7%). Energy Security: Slovakia’s state energy firm SPP says it expects to cover most 2026 gas needs via additional Gazprom Export terms under new EU rules. Industrial Policy & Jobs: Evonik expands its “Tailor Made” efficiency plan, targeting about 3,200 job cuts globally by end-2029, while Evonik also sells selected pharma-ingredient assets in Hanau to ProChem. Cyber & Risk: Slovak-linked reporting highlights the “Gentlemen” ransomware-as-a-service using EDR-killing tools and fast exploit adoption. EU Budget Fight: EU leaders push for an October draft on the €2tn 2028–2034 budget, with Slovakia and V4 urging protection for cohesion and agriculture. Slovak-Ukraine Dialogue: Robert Fico signals more direct engagement with Ukraine, including possible talks with Zelensky in Gdańsk. AI for Industry: Slovakia pitches AI deployment in manufacturing, supported by energy and industrial infrastructure, at ITAPA 2026. Energy Storage Growth: REPT BATTERO touts booming 2025 results and brings new energy-storage innovations to Intersolar Europe 2026 in Munich.
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