AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFuel Costs: Pakistan revised its petrol-pricing formula, requiring refineries to surrender the gap between import and ex-refinery prices so the benefit can be passed to consumers through lower pump prices. Retail Deals: Qatar’s Safari Hypermarket launched its 10/20/30 promotion, offering groceries, household goods, clothing and electronics at set prices of QR10, QR20 and QR30. Brand Growth: Saudi Arabia recorded 6,484 franchise registrations, up 53%, pointing to expanding opportunities for consumer-facing businesses. Family Entertainment: UAE officials met with The Pinkfong Company to discuss culture and content partnerships; the company says its MENA YouTube views have topped 13 billion. Beverage Brands: Coca-Cola and Pepsi lost brand value in 2026, while China’s Nongfu Spring rose 38%, buoyed by demand for bottled water, ready-to-drink tea and no-sugar drinks.
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