AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoUK Retail Relief: Prime Minister Andy Burnham will cut business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England by 20% from April, aiming to save the typical pub about £1,100 next year and cost the government £100m annually. Retail Execution: A new retail operations framework argues the real killer is slow rollout—retail chains can take 11 weeks to implement changes, with most initiatives diluted or abandoned before stores see them. Energy & Consumer Tech: Origin Energy confirmed a cyber breach that may have exposed customer data including names, addresses and partial bank details, while BT said full-fibre now drives more than half of broadband revenue as it adds hundreds of thousands of fibre customers. Shopping & Brands: San Francisco Premium Outlets expands its retail mix with new fashion and footwear names, betting on premium, comfort-led demand. AI in Customer Service: Uber cut 10% of customer service roles as it leans harder on AI and pushes remote staff toward hub offices. Consumer Trends: Jorts—denim shorts with a distinct baggy, reclaimed vibe—continue to surge as a lasting denim trend.
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