AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCredit Reporting & Consumer Rights: Equifax agreed to a $2.2 million settlement after duplicate collection accounts were allegedly reported twice on some consumers’ credit files, with eligible people able to claim up to $600 plus six months of credit monitoring. Credit Cards & Household Costs: A new push to regulate rising credit card swipe fees is gaining traction after fees are projected to add $3.4B to school and college supply costs, with families hit by a “hidden tax” baked into prices. Scams & Fraud Prevention: A sextortion email campaign using real breach details is highlighted by a case where the victim didn’t panic, ran security scans, and reported it—another reminder to verify threats before paying. Small Business Pressure: Small retailers say card processing fees are squeezing margins, with some adding minimum purchase rules to blunt the impact. Retirement & Healthcare Costs: Medicare still doesn’t cover hearing aids or fitting exams, leaving retirees facing quotes around $4,600 and ongoing replacement costs. Savings & Rates: Top CD rates are still near 4.45% APY as savers look for higher-yield options while banks adjust to the rate environment. Telecom Operations: Vigilis launched a telecom lifecycle platform that doesn’t just report billing issues—it executes carrier changes inside carrier portals, aiming to cut telecom costs quickly.
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