AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoOnline Shopping: The EU’s €2 handling fee for parcels from outside Europe takes effect November 1, adding to an existing charge and raising costs on imported orders ahead of the holiday season. Retail: Tesco is selling its Czech and Slovak businesses to Ahold Delhaize for €1bn, sharpening its focus on the UK and Ireland. Household Budgets: Spanish inflation held at 4.9%, while eurozone consumer confidence and German consumer mood weakened; consumer-goods firms are warning of further price rises as energy costs climb. Food & Drink: Magnum sales rose as summer heat boosted ice-cream demand. Product Safety: Brussels accepted Temu’s plan to address illegal products after a €200m fine, as EU rules tighten scrutiny of online marketplaces.
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