AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCollectibles: Labubu’s viral boom is cooling as shoppers move on to newer toys, a reminder that even hit products can lose their pull quickly. Italian Brands: Eyewear maker Safilo’s third-quarter sales rose 3%, helped by a North American recovery, while European sunglasses sales remained challenging. Shopping Experience: Research covering Italy and four other European markets found shoppers want grocery technology that saves time, helps control spending and makes products easier to find—not more digital features for their own sake. Food Retail: KFC’s planned December openings in Cortina d’Ampezzo and Madonna di Campiglio have drawn criticism from locals who say fast food doesn’t belong in the Dolomites. Retail Pulse: Italy’s retail sales were flat in September, with value up just 0.1%.
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