AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoConsumer Spending Watch: Retailers say U.S. shoppers are still spending, but they’re quietly changing habits—gas stops, fewer clothing and furniture trips—while economists warn a broader pullback could hit once tax refunds fade. Home & Lifestyle: Ruggable’s new “Ruggable & Friends” rug collaboration with Dan Pelosi leans into bold, washable kitchen-to-entryway color. Smart Home Upgrade: SwitchBot’s new rechargeable “Bot Rechargeable” makes non-smart appliances controllable by pressing buttons, with up to six months per charge. Retail & Money: Revolut is boosting savings to 5% variable for new UK customers (promo through Dec. 4), while Nationwide offers a 5% fixed 15-month bond up to £10,000. Foodservice Launch: White Castle adds a Southwest Veggie Slider nationwide on June 15, priced from $2.49. Health & Risk: A new OBSCORE tool aims to better predict obesity-related complications than BMI alone, helping target earlier interventions. AI in Business: Intellect spun out Purple Fabric as an independent unit and named Deepak Dastrala CEO to scale enterprise AI in financial services.
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