AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTariff Relief for Spirits: Trump said he’ll remove a 15% tariff on Irish whiskey, a move aimed at easing pressure on U.S. consumers and Irish producers after earlier tariff fights. Retail & Consumer Choice: Spain is set to get Kaufland’s online marketplace, adding another big European option for shoppers across thousands of non-food categories. Beauty Demand Watch: Ulta Beauty reported resilient spending and raised its outlook after Target’s exit, with fragrance and wellness flagged as key growth areas. Home Energy Affordability: Australia’s Clean Energy Council may suspend seven Neovolt home battery models from federal rebates over label/document compliance issues, potentially raising costs for backup power. AI in Shopping, Not Paying: Visa research finds many consumers use AI assistants, but only 23% trust them to handle payments—trust is the sticking point. Customer Service Gap: New Zealand/Australia research says most leaders collect customer feedback but can’t consistently act on it, especially as firms scale. Product Safety: Energizer launched coin lithium batteries designed to prevent ingestion burns, targeting a growing child-injury problem. Business Growth Events: Rev-Up MKE returns with local finalists pitching and showcasing businesses to residents.
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