AGP Executive Report
Last update: 28 minutes agoUtilities & Bills: A U.S. consumer group says utilities have asked regulators for record electricity rate hikes—$9.2B in the second quarter alone—leaving many households still scrambling as one in six is behind on payments. Philippines Power Refund: The Philippines’ energy regulator ordered Meralco to refund about P9.5B to customers, starting next billing cycle, after a price correction for 2025. Renewables Cost Pass-Through: Separately, TransCo is seeking approval to raise the feed-in tariff allowance for 2027, warning delays could mean extra charges for end users. Food Safety & Recalls: Health Canada warned consumers to stop using certain epoxy resin kits sold online due to missing hazard labeling, and Canada also issued a Hershey’s Kisses recall over undeclared almonds. Tech & Consumer Costs: The AI chip crunch is pushing up prices for everyday devices, with memory shortages hitting entry-level smartphones hardest. Consumer Market Watch: Big Tech’s AI spending surge is reshaping ad markets and capital spending, raising questions about whether higher costs will translate into returns. Global FMCG in India: Major brands are leaning into India with store expansion and distribution push, citing resilient consumer demand.
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