AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRetail Pulse: U.S. retail sales kept growing in June for a ninth straight month, with the NRF/ CNBC Retail Monitor pointing to steady consumer spending and early back-to-school demand. Pharmacy Access: A new study warns that more chain pharmacy closures could deepen “pharmacy deserts,” hitting low-income and rural communities hardest as Walgreens plans major shutdowns. Consumer Tech for Work: AV Access launched the AnyCo V100, a one-cable 4K conference video bar aimed at small meeting rooms and huddle spaces, with AI camera features and built-in charging. Payments & Consumer Convenience: EFICYENT and Nepal’s IME signed a deal to speed remittances with real-time bank and wallet payouts. Energy Costs & Business: UK business groups urged the next prime minister to cut non-domestic energy bills, arguing high power prices are dragging productivity. Market Watch: Bajaj Consumer Care shares slid after a brokerage downgrade, despite strong Q1 results. Design & Lifestyle: A’ Design Awards recognized a concealed wall luminaire and a luxury digital showroom, reflecting continued consumer demand for sleek, experience-led products.
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