AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS–China Trade: Trump and Xi are weighing tariff cuts on about $30B of imports via a “managed trade” plan for non-sensitive goods, aiming to avoid forcing China to change its economic model. Consumer & Packaging Pressure: Calbee is switching some snack packs to black-and-white ink to cope with Middle East oil disruptions that can hit ink inputs. Inflation Watch: US producer prices jumped 1.4% in April as energy shocks spread into services, keeping cost pressure front and center. Retail/Brand Moves: Unilever faces fresh scrutiny after Terry Smith exited, calling the company’s breakup push activist-driven. Safety & Recalls: Camden’s scrap yard unveiled a new fire suppression system for lithium-battery scrap; meanwhile, recall activity remains elevated. Tech in Products: ZURU says AI trend tracking cut development from 12–18 months to five, helping it chase fast-moving social demand. Local Business: Vietnam and Morocco are tightening trade links to boost direct sourcing of food and consumer goods.
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