AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRetail Leadership: Lululemon is reshaping its leadership, naming a Nike veteran president and chief product officer as the brand looks to reset its direction. Packaging Watch: Hershey added “Carving not on actual product” to Reese’s Pumpkin wrappers after a lawsuit over the pictured jack-o’-lantern face was dismissed. Nestlé’s latest Quality Street wrapper redesign is also drawing complaints from shoppers who say it looks less festive. Recycling: Northern Ireland’s new deposit scheme will add a refundable 20p charge to single-use drinks containers from 150ml to three litres when it launches in October 2027. Retail Pulse: September sales rose overall, but home furnishings fell 2.7% year over year while electronics and appliance sales climbed 8.4%, as shoppers stayed selective and value-conscious.
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