AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRetail Closures: British Heart Foundation is set to close around 150 shops by March 2028, with about 90 expected by March next year, after reporting a seven-figure net loss and citing rising costs and changing shopping habits. Supermarket Price War: Aldi says it has already put £340m into price cuts on 1,000+ products this year, and plans a record £900m investment in 2027 to open more stores and distribution capacity. Fashion & Tech in Stores: Tesco is trialling virtual try-on for its F&F range at one store, letting shoppers scan/upload a photo to see fit without changing rooms. Big Tech Consumer Case: A £1bn+ Google lawsuit over Play Store app fees kicks off in London, with claims commissions were passed on to consumers. Energy Bills & Grid Worry: NESO issued an Electricity Margin Notice for peak hours, warning of a reduced safety cushion later today as wind output is expected to drop. Food Waste & Climate: A new push highlights how rotting food drives methane emissions, arguing food waste cuts can be a fast, practical climate win. Prime Deals & Shopping: Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days runs 6–7 Oct with discounts up to 55%, while Aldi has released its full Christmas toy sale dates. Charity Retail & Community: The BHF closure plan includes a Newport, Isle of Wight branch, but the charity won’t confirm the exact closure date yet.
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