AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoInflation Shock: US consumer prices jumped again in April, posting the biggest annual gain in three years as energy costs, food, and services (including rents and airfares) broadened the squeeze—raising political pressure on President Trump ahead of November. Scam Surge: In New Zealand, ESET says QR-code scams (“quishing”) now make up about 1 in 10 cyber threats, with nearly 200,000 detected in the year to March; the rise is tied to more mobile scanning and new “Temu tax” import charges that scammers can mimic. AI in the Real World: Telecom research finds nearly half of customers won’t use AI for phone/internet needs, and satisfaction lags—though many will try low-stakes tasks like pricing research or bill reminders. Food & Drink Pressure: The wine industry reports global consumption fell 2.7% in 2025, with China, France, and the US driving much of the decline. Energy Relief Watch: India’s LPG subsidy rules require Aadhaar and bank linking, and a 2026 verification push could cost some households benefits.
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