AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEV Push in China: New energy vehicles surged to 56.9% of new car sales in May, with buyers drawn by lower running costs and “software-defined” cabin upgrades. Mobile Network Overhaul (UK): Virgin Media O2 says it will start shutting off 2G in summer 2029, aiming to expand 4G/5G and cut energy use. Social Commerce Boom: NIQ reports one in three shoppers in Western markets now discover products on social media, with AI and quick commerce accelerating “discovery-led” shopping. Travel Retail Spotlight: Ricola is leaning into its Swiss herb heritage with new travel retail exclusives as it sharpens channel focus. AI Trading Goes Retail: Adoption of AI trading bots is rising—up 40% in crypto year-on-year and about 28% in stocks—pushing more model-based decisions. Fuel Price Politics (Pakistan): Pakistan raised petroleum levies on petrol and diesel but kept retail prices unchanged, while kerosene fell. Consumer Law (India): The Supreme Court ruled arbitration clauses don’t block consumer complaints, and homebuyers can still seek compensation for delivery delays. Food Trade (India-Sri Lanka): Nagapattinam’s international ferry terminal is set to add duty-free shops as passenger traffic grows. Car Safety: Consumer Reports highlights the deadly risk of leaving children in hot cars, urging new routines to prevent tragedies.
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