AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRetail Deals: National Cheeseburger Day (Sept. 18) is driving a wave of app-only promos, including McDonald’s free Double Cheeseburgers with a $1 minimum for MyMcDonald’s Rewards members and Burger King’s free bacon cheeseburger with a $3 minimum for Royal Perks users. Consumer Costs: Rising diesel prices are squeezing households and small businesses as fuel hikes feed into freight and everyday goods, with local reports in Indiana pointing to record pump averages around $6.4–$6.5 a gallon. Energy Shock: Saudi Arabia’s East–West onshore pipeline repairs after recent attacks could take 5–6 weeks, adding pressure to an already tight global fuel market. Product Testing: UL Solutions is expanding its Retail Center of Excellence in Arkansas by integrating softlines (apparel/textiles) testing with hardlines (toys, electronics, furniture) to help retailers and brands make sourcing decisions faster. AI & Security: OpenAI is reportedly hiring SpaceX sales leader Brian McCarthy to lead global enterprise sales, signaling a push beyond consumer subscriptions. Streaming Leadership: Disney is reshuffling direct-to-consumer and TV leadership, naming Adam Smith chairman for global SVOD (Disney+ and Hulu) while Joe Earley moves to TV franchise and content strategy.
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