AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoProduct Safety: Costco is recalling Kirkland Signature heavy whipping cream sold in 12 states after reports of a chemical smell and taste; customers should stop using it and return it for a refund. Separately, 265,000 Sharper Image tabletop fire pits have been recalled. Rising Costs: Consumer prices in Mongolia rose 13.4% year over year in October, with meat prices up 44.4%. In India, milk, soap, detergent and ghee are also getting costlier, squeezing household budgets. Holiday Shopping: A new survey finds most consumers plan to buy private-label products this holiday season, signaling continued interest in lower-cost alternatives. Product Oversight: South Africa plans to introduce track-and-trace codes for products including food, tobacco and appliances to help curb illicit sales and protect consumers. In the U.S., consumer advocates warn that staffing cuts at the product safety commission could slow safety rules.
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