AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAI in Customer Service: Uber is cutting about 10% of its Community Operations (customer support) team and bringing remote staff back to offices three days a week, saying AI is the driver of a restructure. Market & Energy: Oil jumped after Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, with Brent briefly topping $100; markets also reacted to Alphabet’s EU antitrust fine. Retail & Brands: KMD Brands issued a trading update: Kathmandu sales rose 4.8% while Rip Curl fell 2.8%, and the group plans to sell its Southeast Asian manufacturing facility. Consumer Tech & Safety: Australia’s Origin Energy confirmed a cyber incident that may have exposed customer bank and credit card details, while the ACCC pursued Dusk over allegedly non-compliant button batteries. Travel & Leisure: An Air New Zealand autism-friendly claim is challenged by a mother who says her trip was extended and support fell short. Food & Drink: Snacking demand remains strong globally, with Australia flagged as a $30bn market growing about 6%.
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