AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoRetail Sales Watch: US retail sales fell 0.6% in July and consumer sentiment weakened, cooling Fed-hike odds and rattling markets as investors weighed a slowdown. Gold & Commodities: Gold and silver climbed after the retail-sales miss, with rate-hike expectations fading even as oil risk and yields stayed in focus. Pharmacy Regulation: Nevada’s proposed rule limiting pharmacists to 250 prescriptions per day drew pushback from retailers, who warn it could force closures and hurt patients. Food Safety: Texas-produced eggs were recalled over potential Salmonella contamination, with FDA risk upgraded to “high risk.” Retail Crime: Multiple reports highlighted organized retail theft crackdowns and arrests, underscoring ongoing pressure on store operators. Travel Retail & Tourism: Coca-Cola India’s “Locally Yours” backs Srinagar entrepreneurs, while travel retail data shows vodka outperforming in global airport shops. Experiential Retail: Crunchyroll’s immersive “next chapter” pop-ups return Aug. 22 at The Loop, with exclusive collectibles tied to major anime. Local Retail Expansion: El Pollo Loco is set to open a new Albuquerque West Side location after renovating a former Carl’s Jr. Consumer Finance: Puerto Rico’s credit profile stayed strong, with delinquency rates generally stable or improving.
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