AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHousehold Costs: South Africa will cut fuel levies from November to ease record pump prices, with relief of up to R3 a litre for diesel and R1.50 for petrol before it tapers in January. September inflation rose to 4.5%, driven partly by transport and fuel costs, while global food prices are near a four-year high. Product Safety: A recall covers 4.3 million tubes of toothpaste, including children’s products, over safety risks. Beauty and Retail: Estée Lauder named former Mattel executive Krista Lee Berger Clinique’s global marketing chief as the brand seeks to connect with younger consumers. Danish confectioner Lakrids by Bülow has opened its 50th global store in London, expanding a fast-growing UK presence. Food Products: Kazakhstani ice cream exports have surged, reaching $59.5 million in the first eight months of 2026, nearly 50 times the value recorded in the same period in 2017.
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