AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoSecond-hand shopping push: Ikea has launched a second-hand marketplace for its own furniture and homewares, letting Ikea Family members list eligible items (no mattresses, appliances or food) with scan-based listings that auto-fill photos, measurements, descriptions, assembly and care info; prices are said to average about 60% less than new, and buyers can order free spare parts like wall restraint brackets. Circular retail expansion: Ikea says the platform is an extension of its 2021 Buy Back scheme, with a Spain/Portugal trial of integrating Buy Back into the marketplace planned for late December. Consumer fraud warning: Authorities issued a consumer alert after suspected AI-assisted cyberattacks at multiple banks and finance firms, launching a monthlong response period and urging customers to watch for scams tied to stolen personal data. Policy impact on markets: A Spain-focused explainer warns that “gold-plating” can add extra burdens when EU rules are implemented, potentially complicating the single market. Tech and trust: A survey finds consumers are wary of AI taking action without final approval, with only small shares comfortable with AI acting on their behalf.
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