AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoProduct Safety: New Zealand regulators have asked Millie Moon to investigate nappies after five local reports of rashes and blisters; US authorities have received hundreds of complaints, renewing calls for stronger safeguards for baby products. Food Integrity: India’s FDA says some agencies may have falsely certified expired, damaged and returned food for destruction before it was repackaged and sold, including stock from online and retail warehouses. Hidden Price Cuts: Australian shoppers are being warned about “skimpflation”—products or services that cost the same but deliver less through cheaper ingredients, weaker performance or reduced service. Rising Grocery Bills: Japan is set to raise prices on 1,477 food and drink products this month, nearly ten times the number affected in November last year. Consumer Protections: New Zealand Labour says it would stop companies charging loyal customers more than new customers if elected. Affordable Tech: Casio’s new retro LF-40W digital watches come in three colours and are priced at 4,400 yen in Japan, about US$25.
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