AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFood Recalls: Pan Pepin recalled sesame-containing bread sold across Puerto Rico because sesame was missing from the label. A second Starfish smoked salmon recall now covers six states over possible Listeria; raw cheddar sold in seven states was recalled after tests found two E. coli strains. Lidl also recalled coffee-and-vanilla gelato sold in 10 states and Washington, D.C., after Listeria was detected. Product Safety: 3M recalled 53,634 Scotch laminators sold on Amazon after reports of overheating and five fires. Xalirium bed rails were recalled over a potentially fatal entrapment hazard. Prices and Shopping: U.S. inflation hit 3.7% in September as gasoline costs surged, while retail sales rose largely on fuel spending. Shoppers may also face AI-assisted pricing tools as more retailers adopt them. Retail: NRF forecasts U.S. holiday sales will rise 4.2%, despite higher prices. Food and Drink: KFC is switching its U.S. beverage partner from Pepsi to Coca-Cola.
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