AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoPower Costs & Policy: Nepal’s PM says VAT revenue on electricity will fund grid upgrades, while Pakistan’s and the Philippines’ utilities warn of possible outages and rotational brownouts in Metro Cebu. Fuel & Cooking Gas: Commercial LPG prices jump again in India (Delhi +Rs 42; Kolkata +Rs 53.5), and Nigeria’s LPG stays pricey even with more local supply. Consumer Protection & Recalls: Amazon-sold Giantex outdoor lounge chairs are recalled after a reported finger amputation injury. Digital Finance: Philippines’ Landbank will waive online government payment fees via QRPh through Dec. 31, 2026. Travel Market Pressure: A Seoul survey finds many Koreans report losses from overseas booking platforms as regulators push tighter oversight. Energy Transition: Gujarat proposes expanding virtual net metering and other rooftop solar rules, and Malaysia’s ETCon26 gathers global leaders on clean energy. Tech for Consumers: Nvidia unveils RTX Spark for Windows AI agents, while Samsung refreshes microSD naming with new T7/T9 cards. Brand & Retail Buzz: Dangote retains “Africa’s most admired brand,” and Huda Beauty brings back Easy Bake Intense perfume.
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