AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoPaytm Exit Watch: Elevation Capital (formerly Saif Partners) has sold about Rs 964 crore of Paytm/One 97 Communications shares in block deals, with Societe Generale among the biggest buyers; the sale follows Paytm’s first full-year profit in FY26, but the stock still slid on the news. Global Markets: Factory activity is weakening and inflation worries are pushing bond yields higher, adding pressure to risk sentiment. Digital Payments, Mauritius Angle: Visa has launched Apple Pay in Mauritius for MCB Visa cardholders, signalling faster mobile-first payments in the Indian Ocean. India–Europe Fintech Push: India’s UPI is set to go live in Cyprus next year after an MoU with Eurobank Cyprus. Visa Rules Tighten: Thailand has cut visa-free stays for many nationalities, including Indians, as authorities cite overstays and security concerns. Tech & Governance: Biometrics providers are pushing digital identity systems, while debate continues over how governments build trust without breaking public confidence.
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