AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNew Product Launch (Consumer Tech): Emerson rolled out Aspen Unified Scheduling updates, adding Crude Schedule Optimization and Multi-Blend Optimization to automate refinery planning and improve margins. Retail & Consumer Experience: Uber Eats and wagamama launched “Drift Deliveries” in London with a Japanese street-car stunt and a ballot for a year’s supply of food. Mobile & Electronics Launches: Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is set for July 22 in London, with Galaxy Z Fold 8/Ultra and Z Flip 8 plus Watch 9/Ultra 2 expected; pre-reservations are already open in India. Consumer Goods Expansion: Bath & Body Works opened its first Brazil store in São Paulo and launched a dedicated e-commerce site. Food & Beverage Launch: Nichols and THG will launch Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water in the UK in September (Vimto and Raspberry Lemon). Travel Convenience Upgrade: Edinburgh Airport and easyJet launched door-to-flight baggage collection via Airportr. Mobility (Green Transport): India’s first hydrogen-powered train is set to begin service on the Jind–Sonipat route. Market/Service Disruption: Virgin Media customers in Stoke-on-Trent reported TV and broadband outages until around 5:10pm. Finance (Home Buying): U.S. mortgage rates ticked up (30-year fixed ~6.621%).
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