AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoConsumer Safety & Regulation: A pediatrician-led guest column urges lawmakers to close the hemp-derived “intoxicating” loophole, warning that delta-8 THC gummies, vapes and drinks are often sold to kids without meaningful oversight. Retail & Payments: A major Mastercard outage hit Australia shoppers, disrupting checkout and mobile payments before services were restored. Tariffs & Household Budgets: A new analysis says Trump’s “forever” tariffs are settling in for the long haul, with consumers increasingly paying the bill as costs stack up. Food & Everyday Groceries: PepsiCo India rolls out Lay’s Hot Chips Style Asian Fiery Chilli in southern states, priced for small packs and positioned as a side to everyday meals. Sustainability in Procurement: PepsiCo reports progress under pep+, including regenerative agriculture coverage and lower supply-chain emissions tied to procurement decisions. Consumer Justice: India’s NCDRC orders a Ludhiana hospital and two doctors to pay Rs 15 lakh after a patient was left paralyzed following CSF rhinorrhea surgery. Global Trade & Exports: Nepal’s high-value export push is struggling, with NTIS-listed goods up only 3.16% while overall exports rise faster. EV Charging Supply Chains: Two guides compare one-stop vs single-product EV charger sourcing and outline how buyers can verify AC charger suppliers before ordering.
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