AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBudget Watch (Pakistan): The FBR is considering Budget 2026-27 moves that would make printed retail price labels mandatory on essentials like tea leaves, powdered milk, vegetable ghee, infant formula, ketchup and cooking oil, aiming to boost sales tax collection. Energy Cost Pressure: The same budget is also expected to double the Climate Support Levy on petroleum from Rs2.5 to Rs5 per litre from July 1, with projected collections above Rs90bn. Retail & Supply Stability (Malaysia): Mydin Mohamed Holdings says essential goods supply in Malaysia remains stable, citing steady agriculture and sufficient fertiliser inputs, while urging shoppers not to panic-buy. Food & Retail Access (US): A new Harvest Fresh grocery is planned for North Baton Rouge, targeting a long-standing food desert with a fall 2027 opening. Crypto Volatility: Over 254,000 traders were liquidated in 24 hours as leverage wipeouts topped $1B, underscoring risk for retail speculators. Retail Expansion (US): Trader Joe’s is set to open at Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix, taking over part of a former Joann Fabrics space.
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