AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoFood Safety Shock: The CDC says the iceberg lettuce-linked cyclospora outbreak has expanded to 15 states, with Michigan reporting over 12,000 cases and two deaths; officials are still tracing multiple clusters and warning consumers to avoid bagged lettuces/greens and stick to whole heads. Retail Response: Taco Bell and other chains are seeing consumer hesitation and sales pressure as the outbreak spreads, while local farmers report a surge in demand for “homegrown” greens. Consumer Tech/Policy: Mexico’s politicians filed an antitrust complaint against Sony over PlayStation’s plan to end support for physical games, arguing it could lock consumers into store pricing and weaken resale. Auto Industry: GM and China’s SAIC extended their joint venture by 20 years to 2047, aiming to accelerate EV and global expansion despite US trade restrictions. Health Trend: A new survey finds GLP-1 use for weight loss now edges out diabetes management, signaling a bigger consumer-spending footprint for brands and retailers. Immigration Impact: A US judge cleared the Trump administration to end TPS for about 350,000 Haitians, raising risks for workers in food service, retail, and caregiving.
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