AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEnergy & Prices: Oil jumped toward $100 a barrel as Middle East supply fears returned, with diesel tightness likely to keep prices high and squeeze demand. Consumer Inflation: India’s August consumer inflation is expected to hit a 20-month high on food and fuel, raising pressure on household budgets. Retail Relief in Malaysia: Malaysia’s retail growth slowed to 2.5% in Q2, but fuel subsidies (Budi Diesel/Budi95) are cushioning SMEs and households. EV Adoption Push: India logged record EV retail sales in July and strong follow-through in August, shifting the focus to making ownership affordable and reliable at scale. Banking Disruption: Customers reported account access issues after Comerica’s transition to Fifth Third, highlighting merger fallout for everyday consumers. Trade Tensions: The US escalated its Canada trade fight with new product bans and tariff changes, adding uncertainty for shoppers and supply chains. Travel Rights: UK/EU passenger guidance reiterated compensation and support rules when flights are cancelled or delayed. Fintech Consumer Protection: India’s PM urged fintech firms to boost cybersecurity and create a Fintech Consumer Protection Index. AI in Retail & Payments: Partnerships and launches—from AI audience engagement to card issuing and cross-border payment upgrades—aim to improve customer experiences and reduce friction.
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