AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConsumer Protection: In the Philippines, Sen. Raffy Tulfo blasted the DTI over how long consumer complaints can drag on—mediation may take a month, then adjudication up to six months—after reports of defective goods being hard to return under “No Return, No Exchange.” Retail & Affordability: UK retailer Card Factory posted 5.3% higher half-year revenue but warned of an “uncertain” consumer backdrop; digital sales rose, helped by its Funky Pigeon online gifting acquisition. Food & Trade: Davao’s banana sector and other agribusinesses pulled in big numbers at China-ASEAN Expo 2026, with deals and sales opportunities totaling P3.41B. Payments & Omnichannel: Pine Labs expanded its tech partnership with Woolworths to power gift cards across physical and digital channels, while Swift is pushing a simpler way to send money abroad using familiar identifiers. Scams & Trust: Georgia’s AG urged a new consumer protection strategy as FTC data shows scam losses hit nearly $16B in 2025, up 25%. Retail Media: Research highlights how in-store screens and ATMs can drive repeat visits and spend, underscoring the commercial pull of everyday customer touchpoints.
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