AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoConsumer Sentiment & QSR: McDonald’s is facing a noticeably negative customer vibe, with weak scores on value, food quality and order accuracy—raising the question of whether “Next” modernization can win back trust. EV Deliveries: Rivian posted record Q3 production and deliveries tied to the launch of the R2, beating expectations while keeping its 2026 outlook in focus. Housing Market Shift: U.S. listings are rising and price cuts are more common, but contracts are down as mortgage rates climb, leaving demand cautious. Labor Watch: U.S. job growth slowed in September (29,000 jobs) and unemployment ticked up to 4.2%, cooling rate-hike odds. Retail & Pricing Policy: The Retail Industry Leaders Association urged the FTC to preserve retailers’ ability to use procompetitive, data-driven personalized pricing via loyalty programs. AI Supply Chain & Exports: U.S. authorities arrested a trader accused of moving $300M+ in restricted Nvidia-powered servers to China, spotlighting enforcement gaps. Local Business & Community: Markets and small-business events continue—like a final Harvest Day at Land of Goshen and a new Sunday market in Rochester—while Kuala Lumpur streamlined multi-year business licence renewals for thousands of firms.
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