AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBeef Prices Spike: USDA data points to record retail beef prices driven less by general inflation and more by a shrinking U.S. cattle herd after drought losses; economists warn the tight supply could persist. New Threat to Supply: A New World screwworm outbreak in northern Mexico—now close to Texas—could further strain cattle and push beef costs higher. Inflation Pressure on Households: A key inflation gauge hit a three-year high, with rising prices spreading beyond gas into groceries and other essentials, while consumer confidence slips. Auto Market Cooling: New-vehicle sales keep falling and buyers are holding cars longer, leaving the U.S. auto market stuck below pre-Covid levels. FDA Sunscreen Update: The FDA is considering adding a new UV filter ingredient, a potential big change for sunscreen options after decades. Home & Consumer Goods: Unilever plans a $270M U.S. research center in New Haven for personal care and fragrances, while Fontana Candle Co. announces an 8x production expansion in Pennsylvania. Crypto Flows: U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs logged another day of withdrawals, signaling softer institutional demand even as retail activity absorbs supply.
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