AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoProduct Safety: US officials warned that smoke and carbon-monoxide alarms sold on Amazon and eBay may fail during a fire, urging owners to stop using affected models. Food & Drink: India’s food regulator accused PepsiCo of misleading consumers by marketing caffeinated drinks as “energy drinks”; the claims are being made in court filings. Retail Pressure: UK shop footfall fell 4.7% year on year in October, its sharpest drop since April, as storms and squeezed household budgets kept shoppers away. Aldi remained the UK’s cheapest supermarket for a 12th consecutive month. Company Results: Wayfair reported its strongest quarterly sales growth since the pandemic, while SharkNinja extended its run of double-digit revenue growth to 14 quarters. Lifetime Brands reported a 3.4% rise in third-quarter sales, with international growth and home décor among the bright spots. Prices & Shopping: India’s Ai+ smartphone brand moved its planned price increase forward to November 11, citing strong demand and higher component costs. In Pahang, officials said festive food supplies were sufficient and expanded price controls to cover 11 essentials ahead of Deepavali. Global Showcase: More than 480 products and technologies are making debuts at Shanghai’s China International Import Expo, spanning consumer goods, skincare, food and technology.
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