AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHoliday Travel Watch: ABTA says UK consumers are delaying abroad bookings as Middle East conflict and higher living costs bite, with 38% postponing plans and 43% waiting on flight prices. AI in Retail: India’s shoppers are increasingly using AI shopping assistants for discovery, suitability and price comparisons, with 41% already using them. OpenAI IPO Push: OpenAI has filed confidential IPO paperwork, signaling a new phase for AI giants racing to Wall Street. Consumer Tech Policy: UK FCA floated a plan to let retail-focused funds hold up to 10% in crypto ETPs, aiming to balance access and protection. Food & Drink Pricing: Coca-Cola confirms UK can-size and pack changes to keep checkout prices low as demand stays uneven. Consumer Finance Pressure: UBS warns US restaurant spending may cool as tax-refund benefits fade and gas prices keep squeezing weaker cohorts. Regulatory/Consumer Rights: New Zealand’s CityFitness was fined $1.12m for misleading gym membership pricing via hidden “transaction” style fees. Supply Chain Costs: China’s low-cost e-commerce exports are slipping as Iran-linked logistics costs and jet fuel surcharges rise. Wellness & Lifestyle: Inner Summits announced a Toronto somatic sound bath workshop for seasonal stress regulation.
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