AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI and Consumer Protection: Australia’s ACCC is examining how AI-powered surveillance pricing and shopping bots could steer consumers away from bargains or charge them more based on personal data. Temu Under Scrutiny: Missouri’s attorney general has sued the retailer, alleging deceptive practices and misuse of customer data; Texas has also ordered changes to its data and product-safety rules. Retail Pulse: U.S. retail sales rose 0.8% in September, but much of the spending went to gasoline as consumer buying power weakens and business inflation heats up. Brand Watch: Aritzia shares surged 20%, powered mainly by U.S. growth—a sign of the brand’s expansion, not necessarily stronger Canadian household spending. Food Trends: Dutch meat consumption fell again in 2025, with pork seeing the steepest decline as consumers shift toward poultry. Shopping and Service: Personal AI agents are beginning to interact with retailers’ websites and support channels, raising questions about how businesses will serve customers—and their bots.
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