AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConsumer Tech & Retail Payments: ByteDance’s Doubao launches a consumer smartphone assistant, pushing deeper AI integration into everyday device use. Energy & Household Costs: Orlando Utilities Commission rolls out “DemandLevel” pricing, adding a peak-demand charge while cutting consumption rates to nudge customers to shift usage. Food & Consumer Trends: “Mouthfeel” is the new battleground in snacks and drinks, as brands chase extra texture to win cravings. Banking & Consumer Protection: New Zealand’s Banking Ombudsman reports a decade-high dispute volume, with lending disputes up and more people using AI tools to file complaints. Health & Brand Moves: Novo Nordisk rebrands to “Novo,” aiming to sharpen its obesity and diabetes push. Packaging & Manufacturing: PMMI says the U.S. packaging machinery market hit about $11.7B in 2025, with food the biggest end market. Local Retail & Customer Experience: Charter-Cox merger shows early sales uplift ahead of “Spectrum Week,” with rebranding and new offers in former Cox areas. Scam Watch: BBB warns of “zombie debt” calls tied to fake or questionable collections. Consumer Safety: Customs in Kaliakair seized counterfeit cigarettes and tobacco, including products lacking government revenue stamps.
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