AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPlastic vs paper lobbying: A conservative group is pressuring major paper giants to stop fighting a Trump-backed push to count advanced recycling as recycling, arguing the industry can’t “champion recycling” while blocking plastic-to-new-products innovation. Digital credit in practice: Tala Philippines says real inclusion means more than access—borrowers need dignity, flexibility, and consumer control as regulators shape digital lending rules. Payments regulation: Saint Kitts and Nevis passed a Payment Systems and Services Bill to license non-bank payment providers and strengthen consumer protections like fee-change notice. Disney streaming shake-up: Adam Smith is named Chairman of Disney’s direct-to-consumer entertainment, while Joe Earley shifts to TV franchise and content strategy. Retail momentum: Britain’s retail sales volumes rose (0.9% in the three months to August), with online and supermarkets helping. Fuel pressure: Diesel prices are surging in Canada, with Manitoba consumers and truckers feeling the hit as global supply tightens. Consumer deals: National Cheeseburger Day promos roll out across major chains, pushing app-based freebies and BOGOs. Gaming expansion: Nex Playground’s maker raised $150m+ to expand globally, including Japan and Korea launches in 2027.
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