AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoConsumer Safety Recalls: TikTok has recalled candle warmer lamps sold on its platform in the UK after an Office for Product Safety and Standards warning that the plug can overheat and cause a serious fire risk; Food Labeling Risk: Lidl Ireland issued a “do not eat” recall for Crownfield Müsli-Riegel cereal bars after wheat (gluten) and peanuts weren’t properly listed in English on affected batches; Scam Alerts: UK banks are warning customers about a new impersonation scam where “banks” are the scammer, with losses rising at major lenders; Utility Costs & Hearings: Duke Energy customers spoke at a public hearing over a proposed 18% residential electric rate increase, while California’s CPUC held forums on SCE water and gas ratemaking for Santa Catalina Island; Retail & Consumer Tech: Costco quietly ended its “Costco Next” marketplace without advance notice; Brand/Business Moves: Ameribrands acquired Randal Retail Group to expand retail design and installation capabilities; Energy-Efficiency Lesson: A long-cited Austin study found switching a large retail store roof from black to white cut roof temperatures dramatically and reduced cooling energy use.
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