AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRetail & Consumer Spending: India’s like-for-like retail spends rose 9.6% year-on-year in August, with grocery leading (9.9%) and fashion rebounding (8.5%), signaling a broad-based recovery. Food Safety Recalls: Tesco and Sainsbury’s issued recalls affecting salmonella-contaminated chocolate and a potentially over-pressurised alcohol-free IPA can that could rupture. Customer Experience & Brand Tone: Lufthansa’s viral social-media clapback against a customer complaint sparked debate on whether “cheeky” responses fit a brand’s established voice. Travel Retail & Luxury: Mango named a new chief retail officer to drive global store performance, while HBX expanded its Virtuoso luxury travel partnership worldwide. Global Health Policy: Malaysia and other world leaders renewed UN commitments to pandemic preparedness, stressing whole-of-society action and fair access. Halal & Partnerships: Kinza said it’s seeking local partners as it expands beverages across Southeast Asia, and Qatar Chamber discussed boosting Malaysia trade via the joint business council.
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