AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoRetail Distribution: PriyoShop is now running Coca-Cola’s retail distribution in Bangladesh’s Turag region, connecting 250,000+ retailers via 42+ hubs to boost last-mile availability of Coke, Sprite, Fanta and Kinley. Consumer Tech & Payments: UAE dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC is getting easier access for everyday use after approval to operate on Vara-regulated exchange platforms. Mobile Services: T-Mobile is retiring some of its oldest phone plans, with some longtime customers facing possible monthly price increases. Food & Labeling: Australia’s new seafood country-of-origin labeling (AIM: Australian/Imported/Mixed) kicks in, aiming to cut confusion and boost consumer trust. Energy & Markets: Oil prices slide as supply risks ease after a US-Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening, reviving talk of a potential global glut. M&A Watch: Mega-deals drove global M&A to record first-half levels in 2026, with $10B+ transactions hitting an all-time high. Public Health: Malaysia’s IKATAN urges a national response to synthetic drugs tied to vape use, citing a sharp rise in abuse cases and mental health harm. Trade Policy: New Zealand’s National Party says it will pursue free trade deals with seven priority markets to target “the next billion customers.”
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