AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConsumer Costs & Fees: Britain’s Which? warns many car and home insurers charge near-30% APR for monthly premium finance, potentially adding about £150 a year for households that can’t pay upfront. Online Shopping Rules: From 1 July, Ireland will add a €3 customs duty per item on low-value eCommerce parcels (up to €150), hitting frequent bargain shoppers and raising compliance concerns. Food & Protein Competition: Danone sues Chobani over protein-label claims in the ultra-high-protein yogurt fight, with GLP-1 users increasingly seeking higher-protein foods. Activewear Demand: New Zealand’s women’s activewear market is surging as flared leggings and compression styles gain traction, reflecting broader “movement” habits beyond the gym. Tech & Consumer Trust: A report finds brands using AI-generated influencers on social media without clear disclosure, prompting calls for transparency as EU AI rules roll out. Energy & Affordability: Pakistan’s transport alliance welcomed fuel-price cuts and pushed for further tax and toll relief to ease costs for businesses and consumers. Regulatory Crackdown: The FDA issued warning letters to 25 telehealth firms over misleading claims about compounded GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. Global Trade & Produce: The Philippines shipped fresh Guimaras mangoes to Europe in a test run aimed at opening premium market access for farmers.
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