AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoConsumer Rights in the Air: India’s NCDRC upheld a ₹20 lakh penalty against Air India over a defective, non-reclining business-class seat, calling it clear service deficiency and harassment. Bottle Recycling Push: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 955 to expand redemption sites and eliminate “dead zones,” aiming for 100% return access for covered beverage containers. Counterfeit Weight-Loss Drugs: Iowa AG Brenna Bird joined a multi-state push urging the U.S. to crack down on fake GLP-1s using Chinese ingredients tied to fentanyl-linked supply chains. Budget Pressure on Subsidies: Malaysia’s KPDN said Budget 2027 needs continued funding focus to protect consumer subsidies amid fuel-subsidy costs rising sharply. AI Regulation vs. Competition: Trump says he’ll create an “AI Force” and appoint an AI “czar” as a U.S. lawsuit alleges major AI firms colluded to slow development. Retail Cost Shock: Australia’s card-surcharge ban is set to spare shoppers at checkout, but small businesses warn bank processing fees will still squeeze margins. Fuel Price Relief Debate: Nigeria’s NMDPRA said it doesn’t set pump prices, but acknowledged household strain as petrol prices climb. Shopping Resilience: UK retail sales volumes rose 0.5% in August despite higher fuel costs, driven by online and department store spending.
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