AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFast-Food Labor Rights: Los Angeles is moving toward more predictable schedules for fast-food workers, with a proposed ordinance that also includes mandatory paid training on minimum wage and labor protections. QSR Tech Upgrades: Pilot is rolling out ordering upgrades across Wendy’s, Subway, and Arby’s, including self-order kiosks and tighter integration with mobile apps, loyalty, and delivery. New Store Openings: 7-Eleven is debuting a “BiG Flavor Bar” customization station, while Luckin Coffee opens a new SoHo-area NYC location with app-first ordering and promos. Restaurant Expansion/Change: Bill’s is reportedly in advanced talks to open its first Scots venue at Glasgow’s George Square, and Whataburger plans 17 new U.S. openings (including two in Florida). Food Safety Spotlight: Experts warn the U.S. needs faster modernization after a major cyclosporiasis summer outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce. Industry/Markets: Smithfield Foods flagged fresh pork spread compression and lower hog prices in its quarterly update. Inflation Watch: Lithuania’s annual inflation hit 6.1% in August, while Buenos Aires slowed to 1.7% in the city’s latest data. Policy & Taxes: Moldova’s fiscal draft would cut VAT for eggs and chicken while raising HoReCa VAT; Romania’s Senate rejected a higher excise-duty-free home alcohol production limit.
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