AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFood Safety: Three customers suffered chemical burns after a North Carolina Chili’s employee mistook industrial degreaser for sugar in margaritas; the restaurant reopened after health officials’ inspection. Health Products: The FDA approved removing boxed warnings about cardiovascular risks and dementia from three menopause hormone patches, though product labels still mention those risks. Counterfeit Beauty: UK authorities seized fake cosmetics containing toxic substances including mercury, lead and methanol, prompting fresh safety warnings. Retail Pricing: The FTC is investigating Walmart and Target over dynamic pricing, while Utah and 19 other states sued Dollar General over alleged overcharging of customers. Food and Drink: Popeyes’ U.S. same-store sales fell 2.2% as its parent company pointed to scaled-back wing choices and customer complaints. Consumer Spending: Halloween candy spending is expected to top last year’s nearly $8 billion, despite some supply constraints.
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