AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBelgian Economy Outlook: Belgium’s Federal Planning Bureau cut its growth forecast to 0.7% for 2026, citing higher energy prices and Middle East-related uncertainty, while warning of an “interest snowball” as the deficit is expected to stabilise at 5.1% of GDP. Food & Packaging Industry: ADM’s Belgian aquafeed site in Olen received Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) certification, underlining demand for traceable, certified feed; meanwhile Amcor secured RecyClass recycled-plastics traceability approval ahead of tighter UK Plastic Packaging Tax rules. Energy Storage & Decarbonisation: Centrica Energy is set to optimise Aukera Energy’s 340 MWh Belgian BESS, as battery storage investment keeps building across Europe. EU Health Policy: Greece backed more coordinated EU medicines procurement and pricing approaches, as member states push for solidarity on access and affordability. Tech & Manufacturing: Imec advanced III-V chiplet integration with RF silicon interposers, signalling continued momentum in Belgium’s semiconductor research ecosystem. Sports Sponsorship: AB InBev extended its FIFA World Cup beer sponsorship through 2030, keeping the Belgian brewer tied to football’s biggest commercial platform.
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