AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoProduct Safety: Consumer NZ found seven of 10 sunscreens missed their SPF label claims; one lotion advertised as SPF50 delivered just SPF14, despite costing NZ$69 per 100ml. Only three products met their stated SPF. Rising Costs: The World Bank expects commodity prices to climb 23% in 2026, with food prices up about 10% and energy prices up 32%, adding pressure to household budgets. Retail Watch: Amazon’s retail revenue reached $156 billion in the third quarter, but growth lagged as the company shifted Prime Day to an earlier quarter. Shopping & Tech: Global smartphone shipments fell 20% in the third quarter, the lowest total for that period since 2013. Starbucks, meanwhile, plans to use AI for drive-through orders and personalized menus as it seeks to improve service.
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