AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRetail Pricing: The FTC and 20 states sued Dollar General, alleging years of overcharging shoppers when checkout prices exceeded shelf prices. The claims have not been proven in court. Consumer Spending: U.S. confidence rose in October as gas prices eased, but the Conference Board said persistent inflation still weighed on purchasing plans. Visa’s payment volume climbed 9%, signaling continued spending on travel, dining and shopping. Product Safety: Consumer Reports found banned or recalled baby products listed on four resale platforms. Separately, mung beans were recalled in 22 states after reports of glass fragments. Packaging: Cheerios is adding a resealable Ziploc bag inside select cereal boxes, addressing years of customer complaints about keeping cereal fresh. Food Prices: India’s Aavin raised prices on dozens of dairy products, including ghee, effective Oct. 28.
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