AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoConsumer Tech & Timing: Apple’s next iPhone 18 Pro lineup could land earlier than expected, with a Sept. 8 keynote date floated for the Pro, Pro Max, and a possible “Ultra” foldable. Home & Customer Rights: An IKEA customer says a sink rusted after 11 months and was told to “keep the sink dry,” turning a guarantee dispute into nearly a year of chasing before a replacement. Food Safety: FDA warns Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo was recalled for bacterial contamination, urging consumers to stop using affected lots. Credit & Lending: VantageScore launches VantageScore 5.0, claiming up to 9% predictive lift for unsecured loans using post-pandemic consumer data. Retail & Deals: Morrisons debuts a Wimbledon strawberries-and-cream doughnut plus Pimms promos, while Sainsbury’s rolls out a new Toblerone Crispy Caramel flavor. Energy Bills & Heat Relief: EDF will send “heatwave relief packs” worth up to £100 to eligible vulnerable households. EV Safety: China issues new EV battery and vehicle safety rules, including thermal propagation and fast-charging durability testing. Grocery Expansion: Sprouts Farmers Market plans a new South Jersey store opening Aug. 28 in Washington Township.
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