AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoConsumer Confidence: S&P Global’s UK sentiment index barely moved (42.2), but spending intent fell and job-market confidence slid to the weakest since March 2023, with households putting off big purchases. Prime Day Watch: Amazon Prime Day kicks off June 23-26, with shoppers already hunting early deals on laptops, PC parts and Xbox gear. Scam Alert: O2 warned of a SIM “terms and conditions” text scam pushing people to a fake login site to steal account details. Household Costs in Heat: With temperatures forecast up to 40C, reports flag a “heatwave tax” of roughly £150-£300 for cooling and higher bills, plus demand for fans and lidos. Food & Drink: Danone is buying Australia’s Made Group to boost gut-health and protein brands in APAC. Energy Tech: Octopus says it’s rolling out home battery options for “millions” and plans EV battery-swapping hubs for lorries across Europe, with UK mega hubs from 2027. Retail & Leisure: Pizza Express is launching Houston Hot Chicken in the UK, while a Gateshead “hidden gem” pizza spot is set to close. Policy/Payments: HMRC urges parents to claim Tax-Free Childcare worth up to £2,000 a year, and the UK’s e-invoicing mandate is set to start in April 2029.
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