AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTariff Refunds Hit Retailers: Amazon says it received about $600M in tariff refunds after the Supreme Court struck down key Trump import duties, with some money set to flow back to customers. Consumer Sentiment Watch: The University of Michigan’s index rose to 55.2 in July, but shoppers still feel the squeeze from high prices and gas. Food Safety & Lawsuits: A Taco Bell class action seeks $200 for customers tied to a cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms, as states report rising case counts. Fast-Food Value Moves: Taco Bell is pushing lettuce-free deals and a $1 Mexican pizza to win back wary diners after the outbreak. Retail Expansion: Cook Out keeps rolling—new Florida openings in Jacksonville and the Tampa Bay area. Convenience Store M&A: Circle K owner Couche-Tard agreed to buy Poland’s Żabka for $8.6B, aiming to scale loyalty and private brand. Tech Meets Commerce: Amazon’s AI is also being used to flag fake “Made in USA” claims, but shoppers still get duped. Auto Market Update: Honda is ending the U.S. Prologue EV after canceling the next model, while existing owners keep service and warranty support.
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