AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety Crackdown (India): FSSAI issued nine notices to Swiggy Instamart after consumer complaints alleging delivery of expired, spoiled, rotten, contaminated, and unsafe items, including eggs and milk, plus an infant food formulation that was reportedly re-supplied after return; the regulator also flagged alleged licensing and grievance redressal issues and ordered a compliance report or legal action. Retail Expansion (U.S.): Ikea says it plans seven new U.S. store openings through winter 2027, including locations in Illinois, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, New York (small-format SoHo), Florida, and later Buffalo and Fort Collins. Health & Consumer Costs (U.S.): Washington Cares, funded by a payroll surcharge, is set to start paying long-term care benefits July 1, with workers contributing 0.58% for eligibility. Food Safety Scare (UK): Marks & Spencer recalled Truffle Gouda cheese over Listeria fears, urging customers not to eat and offering refunds. Local Consumer Impact (UK): Hosepipe bans are rolling out in multiple regions as heatwaves strain supplies, limiting pool filling, garden watering, and car washing. Tech & Shopping (Canada/UK): A review claims 97% of Edmonton service businesses are “invisible” to ChatGPT, while First Direct is ending its paid “First Directory” insurance add-on from July 31.
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