AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRetail & Consumer Mood: US consumer sentiment fell about 8% in August to 51.0 as inflation fears linger after the Iran war, with inflation expectations ticking up—another headwind for discretionary spending. Beauty & Personal Care: e.l.f. refreshes shoppers’ routines with two easy, buildable picks—Sheer For It Blush Tint and Main Stain Lip Marker—aimed at quick pre-September glow-ups. Wellness Products: SlimFast UK is broadening beyond weight management into wider functional wellness (protein, fibre, hydration), with a refreshed range rolling into major retailers. Food Safety: A Birmingham pizza takeaway faced court action after staff couldn’t accurately explain allergens and ingredients, raising fresh concerns about consumer protection at the counter. Energy for Homes: Australia hit 500,000 home battery installations under its Cheaper Home Batteries Program, now tracking toward 2 million by 2030. Consumer Tech in Cars: Aer Lingus is expanding Starlink onboard Wi‑Fi across more flights, with connectivity feedback notably higher than the rest of the fleet. Business & AI Skills: A Microsoft Work Trend Index launch in the Philippines says workers are ready for AI, but organizations and systems need to catch up. IPO Watch (Consumer Supply Chain): India’s Avtar Steel filed IPO papers with SEBI to raise ₹585 crore, targeting specialty steel and wire expansion.
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