AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPrices & Grocery: PepsiCo plans price hikes and cost cuts after weak North American results, while NielsenIQ says shoppers’ changing habits are pushing grocers toward smaller packages. Food Safety: A popular baby gas-relief product was recalled over undeclared alcohol; a separate massive doughnut recall received the FDA’s highest-risk warning. Restaurant Pricing: McDonald’s faces a class-action lawsuit alleging its AI pricing tool raises menu prices; the company denies using AI to set customer prices. New Products: Yucatan and Cabo Fresh are rolling out protein guacamole at major U.S. grocers, with distribution expected to reach nearly 8,000 stores by year-end. Retail Shake-up: Pool-supply chain Leslie’s filed for Chapter 11 and is closing 76 stores nationwide as it seeks to restructure debt. Consumer Costs: Tariffs are raising prices on wheelchairs, adding pressure for shoppers already concerned about household expenses.
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