AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDirect-to-consumer ordering: Wendy’s Philippines launched pickup and delivery ordering via its own Shopify storefront, powered by Zapiet Eats, cutting out third-party delivery commissions. Food price pressure: A Japan survey says 2,566 food products are set for July price hikes, mainly driven by higher ingredient, distribution and packaging costs. Retail value fight: Sainsbury’s reported like-for-like sales excluding fuel up 2.1% and said Middle East conflict impacts remain uncertain, as it leans on value and availability. Food safety spotlight: Ireland’s FSAI saw consumer complaints rise 23% in 2025, with most tied to unfit food and hygiene issues. Policy hits at the checkout: Arkansas rolled out an app to help SNAP users navigate a new junk-food ban, while Georgia faces potential higher costs tied to SNAP payment error rates. Hospitality economics: Ireland cut VAT on qualifying food and catering to 9% from 13.5% to support jobs and small operators. Prepared-food expansion: Casey’s CEO says the chain plans at least 400-store growth over three years, leaning harder into made-to-order pizza, wings and other prepared foods. Heat risk: Multiple regions issued extreme heat warnings and guidance, including symptom checklists for heat stroke and exhaustion.
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