AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoProduct Safety Recalls: CPSC says WIC children’s plates in Indiana can overheat and catch fire in microwaves due to aluminum; HP also expanded a lithium-ion battery recall for certain ProBooks, ZBooks and other models after overheating reports. Food Safety Crackdown: India’s FSSAI issued 9 notices to Swiggy Instamart over complaints of expired, spoiled, rotten or contaminated items, including whey protein, egg products and mixture/food listings. FMCG Workforce & Automation: India’s HUL and Dabur cut permanent headcount in FY26 while raising median pay (HUL down ~700 staff; Dabur down to 4,770), as automation and digital tools reshape operations. Consumer Economy Watch: A survey suggests China’s Q2 growth likely slowed, with weaker demand hitting lower-end goods even as exports tied to AI help. Travel Costs: Turkey ranks cheapest among major European holiday destinations in a Eurostat-based basket comparison. Retail/Brand Deals: Sol de Janeiro launched a tote-bundle set in the UK, while a handheld fan and other heatwave essentials keep showing up in consumer shopping coverage. Geopolitics & Trade: Korea Eximbank signed a $30M on-lending deal with Mongolia to boost Korean consumer goods exports.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.
Perspectify News
