AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRetail & Consumer Markets: Sri Lanka’s retail leaders wrapped up the Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2026, arguing modern growth will come from tech, regional data and “retail without boundaries,” with tourism targets of 5m visitors by 2030. Grocery & Value: In Kashmir, shoppers are feeling another squeeze as vegetable prices jump (peas, beans, onions and tomatoes all up), adding to already-stressed household budgets. Travel Retail & Footfall: Christchurch Airport is seeing stronger international momentum, with Air New Zealand restoring wide-body routes from October, while Macau is already over 30m visitor arrivals this year. Retail Tech & AI: Hungry Jack’s is pushing ahead with AI drive-thru ordering despite backlash, and a UK study says 87% of AI-using orgs are seeing measurable returns. Energy Disruption Risk: New attacks around the Strait of Hormuz and Saudi infrastructure are rattling oil markets, with traders warning supply could be jeopardized and diesel prices rising. Finance/Investor Access: Hong Kong police probe suspected IPO fraud tied to ZD Group after halted fund redemptions. Retail Expansion/Platforms: Omnevo’s onboard retail market is forecast to grow fast through 2030 as airlines expand ancillary sales. Retail Hiring/Services: SBI opened applications for 207 specialist wealth-management officer roles, with pay up to ₹97 lakh.
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