AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBanking Glitch: ASB customers reported KiwiSaver and investment balances showing $0 after a technical display issue; the bank says funds weren’t affected and balances now show correctly. Scam Watch: Oregon’s DFR warned about “payment sent by mistake” frauds that trick people into sending money back via apps like Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, and PayPal. Consumer Safety: Conair expanded a grill brush recall to 3.6 million Cuisinart-branded items after wire bristles can detach and pose ingestion risk. Product Testing: Consumer Reports compared K-beauty sunscreens with U.S. versions and found the Korean formulas provided better UVB protection. Retail & Community: Super C and Jean Coutu are partnering with developer Montoni on a new retail complex in Mascouche, adding online ordering, pickup, and delivery. Local Regulation: Naperville, Illinois voted to ban retail sale of kratom starting Oct. 1, while allowing use. Tech for Consumers: Sonos launched new Beam Ultra and Ace Ultra products plus a major software update as it tries to recover from app backlash. Energy Costs: British Gas, Octopus, OVO, EDF and E.ON customers face potential bills above the £1,723 price cap, depending on usage. Food Recall: Northwest Naturals recalled cat and dog frozen raw products after salmonella/listeria concerns.
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