AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTelecom Offers: Starlink is offering new and referring subscribers cash rewards for sign-ups worldwide, with payouts varying by country; users must switch from service credit before sharing a referral link. Economic Outlook: UNCTAD expects global growth to slow to 2.6% in 2026 as energy shocks and financial instability weigh on economies, raising concerns about costs for households. Retail Spending: September sales rose for a 12th straight month, but shoppers remain budget-conscious, prioritizing essentials as higher fuel prices squeeze spending. Consumer Safety: Authorities in Tacloban, Philippines, arrested five people and seized unauthorized health products worth about 96,000 pesos in raids coordinated with regulators. Drug Prices: An independent review found TrumpRx prices were lower than average prices abroad for 17 of 32 brand-name drugs studied, but higher for 15; only five were the lowest among comparison countries. China’s Consumers: Holiday travel surged, yet overall spending remained subdued as experience-led consumption gained ground while traditional retail faltered.
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