AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCredit & Consumer Pressure: U.S. credit card spending fell the most in two years as households cut back amid high inflation and near-record interest rates, with revolving debt driving the drop. Banking Marketing: South Korea’s banks are going viral with K-dramas and reality shows to explain products to younger customers, including KB Kookmin’s K-drama series and Woori Card’s dating show. Banking Stocks: Deven Choksey reiterated a BUY on ICICI Bank ahead of Q1FY27 results, citing steadier core performance and improving credit growth. Personal Finance & Fraud: A man used a lost credit card for contactless purchases and was jailed after the bank confirmed repeated use. UK Cost of Living: Single households face a “singles tax,” with council tax, one-bed rents, energy standing charges, and subscriptions hitting harder. Tax Prep (India): The Income Tax Department released the ITR-7 Excel utility for AY 2026-27 for eligible trusts and institutions, supporting offline preparation. Cybersecurity: A leaked look at the Conti ransomware gang highlights how major breaches can ripple across thousands of organizations.
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