AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoConsumer Confidence: The Conference Board says U.S. consumer confidence sank to 81.9 in September, the lowest since 2014, as households cite higher prices, especially fuel, and growing worries about the economy. Retail Pricing Tech: Walmart CEO John Furner pushed back on fears that digital price labels use personal data, saying prices won’t be set based on income, shopping history, or willingness to pay. Fast Food Pricing: McDonald’s is using an AI pricing engine to recommend “optimal” menu prices by location, raising concerns some franchisees feel pressured to follow. Mobility Safety: Consumer Reports stopped recommending e-scooters, pointing to faster speeds and a sharp rise in rider injuries. Energy Costs at Home: EQT’s CEO warned that low natural gas prices aren’t reaching many consumers because of infrastructure bottlenecks, with big regional price gaps. AI and Work: A McKinsey report estimates 11 million U.S. workers may need to switch occupations as AI and automation reshape jobs. Trade/Imports: New U.S. guidance and import bans tied to Canada trade actions are rolling out, with ripple effects for retailers and supply chains.
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