AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFood Safety Crackdown: India’s FSSAI issued 9 notices to Swiggy Instamart after consumer complaints over allegedly expired, spoiled, contaminated items (including whey protein, rotten eggs, and infant formula), with the platform ordered to submit a compliance report. Beauty Retail Strategy: Ulta plans a $400M, four-level Times Square flagship in late 2027, betting that flashy, storytelling-led stores can still win against Sephora. Consumer Spending Under Pressure: PepsiCo said gas-price spikes tied to the Iran war hurt North American beverage volumes and impulse buys, even as revenue beat expectations. Retail Traffic Watch: UK retail footfall dropped 3.4% YoY in June, with high streets hit hardest during the heatwave—raising pressure on fashion conversion and merchandising. Consumer Protection in Action: A Maharashtra consumer commission ordered actor Moushumi Chatterjee to refund Rs 3 lakh plus interest and compensation after she failed to attend a paid Goa event. Travel Budget Squeeze: A survey found 47% of Americans changed summer trips due to costs, with gas the top driver. Energy Costs: Pakistan raised kerosene by Rs 11.19/litre, adding to household fuel strain.
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