AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoConsumer Market Pulse: The Conference Board’s US Leading Economic Index fell 0.2% in June, with weaker consumer expectations and fewer building permits pointing to softening demand. Back-to-School Retail: SheerID curated back-to-school deals for students and educators, aiming to help brands reach families at the start of the school year. Wireless Plans Shift: A TextNow survey says Gen Z and Millennials want wireless that fits how they communicate, not one-size-fits-all plans. Personal Care M&A: Wipro Consumer Care International agreed to buy Philippines-based S Brands Consumer Care, expanding its local hair, deodorant, and fragrance portfolio. Food & Dining: Just Salad opened in Willow Grove, Pa., with grand-opening promos tied to community giving; FAT Brands ran one-day National Chicken Wing Day deals. Product Safety/Enforcement: Kuwait seized expired cosmetics, detergents, and tobacco in a commercial fraud crackdown. Trade & Tariffs: Trump imposed 50% tariffs on many Canada imports, covering everyday consumer goods like wine and hockey sticks. Tech for Consumers: Vikk AI raised $4.2M to expand its AI legal assistant and sponsored lawyer advertising. E-bike Safety: Reports highlight rising traumatic injuries for kids riding e-bikes and scooters, with calls for e-bike-specific helmets.
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