AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPrice Pressures: Halloween candy is getting costlier, with chocolate prices up 15.5% and other candy up 8% year over year. U.S. retail sales rose in September, but higher fuel costs helped drive the increase as retailers brace for holiday shopping. Retail Accountability: Dollar General will provide $1.875 million in food and personal items after a New York investigation found routine overcharging; the chain must also ensure shoppers pay the lowest advertised, shelf or checkout price. Product Safety: Australia’s consumer watchdog sued Kmart over alleged safety breaches involving nail glue and button-battery products. A baby sleep product was also recalled over undeclared alcohol, while cheese products were recalled after testing positive for E. coli. Shopping Guides: Consumer Reports tested handheld steamers for wrinkle removal and frozen meals for nutrition and taste, offering shoppers comparisons on everyday purchases.
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