AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConsumer Spending & Confidence: Philippine business sentiment bounced back in June as firms expected lower oil and energy costs plus a reopening-driven lift in consumer spending. Retail & Payments: Macau data showed restaurant transaction value dipped slightly in June while retail rose, with watches/jewelry and cosmetics among the fastest-growing categories. Food Delivery Crackdown: China’s market regulator is expanding digital business licenses on delivery platforms to shut down “ghost” outlets and let consumers verify credentials. Local Consumer Protection: New York State shared scam-prevention and dorm-safety tips for students heading back to campus. Retail Deal: Sainsbury’s agreed to sell Argos to Swift Partners for at least £120m, keeping Argos trading while shifting ownership and logistics. Household Costs: New Zealand consumer advocates said electricity costs are up sharply since 1999 reforms, hitting low-income households hardest. Tech & Privacy: A new push for “anonymous audience” marketing reflects the end of third-party tracking and rising privacy expectations. Regulation Watch: Allahabad High Court ruled government offices can’t delay business approvals indefinitely, citing a petrol pump NOC case. Product Safety: FDA classified a nationwide recall of nearly 12m cartons of Rohto Cooling Eye Drops over sterility assurance concerns.
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