AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCPG AI Rollout: Boston Consulting Group says more than half of CPG firms don’t track AI ROI, pushing leaders to move from pilots to enterprise-wide measurement, governance, and clear business outcomes. Packaging Innovation: London Packaging Week unveiled 87 finalists for its 2026 Innovation Awards, highlighting shifts toward fibre-based materials and smarter mono-material designs that balance recyclability with performance. Trade & Supply Chains: U.S.-Canada tariff escalation is sharpening pressure on cross-border supply chains, with sectors like dairy, appliances, and electronics in the firing line. Product Safety Recalls: Cuisinart expanded a grill brush recall to 3.6M units after metal fragments were found in food, adding to an ongoing wave of consumer product safety scrutiny. Consumer Trust & Reviews: Consumer reviews are shifting toward “evidence” as AI changes how people shop online, raising the bar for credibility. PFAS Costs Passed Back: Tidewater Utilities will issue a second customer bill credit funded by PFAS litigation proceeds. Legal & Brand Risk: A $23.785M trade dress ruling in an ice cream packaging dispute underscores how packaging design can drive major damages exposure. Regulation Watch: DEA emergency scheduling of kratom-related compounds signals tighter controls on products sold in convenience and smoke shops.
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