AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFoldable Phone Debut: Apple’s new iPhone Duo is drawing launch crowds, but some early buyers reported screen failures along the hinge; Apple replaced at least one faulty unit. Shopping With AI: Walmart is adding spending limits, purchase tracking and other controls for customers who let AI agents shop on their behalf. Investor Rush: Jio Platforms’ IPO drew a record 13.9 million applications and was subscribed 22.19 times, including strong retail demand. Retail and Affordability: Britain’s sales volumes rose 0.7% in the third quarter but fell 0.4% in September, as shoppers cut back on clothing and consumer confidence wobbled. In the U.S., sentiment also slipped amid inflation and affordability concerns. Luxury Slowdown: Weak confidence and a property slump in China weighed on third-quarter sales at Hermès, LVMH and Kering.
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