AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDigital Payments Expansion: PPMI and Alipay+ have enabled Alipay+ on QR Ph, linking the Philippines’ QR network to global wallets so international users can pay at local merchants—boosting cross-border reach for MSMEs. Retail & Consumer Pressure: A U.S. holiday spending report says 77% of Americans plan to change their 2026 gift strategy as prices stay high, with many raiding emergency funds. Food Prices & Policy: The White House is moving to import discounted beef to cool ground beef prices, but experts warn the savings may not fully reach shoppers. Safety Recalls: Amana recalled about 4,633 through-the-wall units due to a circuit that can overheat and emit flames; TJX and Marshalls also pulled ~32,400 magnetic wireless power banks after overheating/ignition concerns. Retail Media/AI Measurement: NIQ and Similarweb partnered to measure purchase journeys inside AI environments, aiming to connect AI visibility with real buying outcomes. Local Retail Growth: Barnes & Noble says it has opened about 28 stores in 2026 and plans more, signaling a continued comeback. Tourism Demand: Goa reported a sharp rise in tourist arrivals, with domestic visitors topping 1.02 crore in 2025 and international arrivals passing 5 lakh.
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