AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSuperannuation Crackdown: Australia’s government says it won’t lift the super guarantee rate (staying at 12%), but will tighten consumer protections and crack down on “predatory” lead generators steering people into high-risk retirement investments. Consumer Payments Shift: Apple is rolling out “Apple Upgrade” in the U.S., using Klarna for interest-free monthly leases—letting customers return devices and upgrade later, but with a key catch: it’s not a purchase or loan. Credit & Fraud Watch: The Better Business Bureau warns of a fake remote job scam that quickly asks for bank details, setting up a fake-check trap. Personal Finance Tech: Grassfeld launched “Grassfeld Intelligence,” an AI layer meant to answer questions using a user’s own financial data rather than generic budgeting tips. Fuel Prices Snapshot: GasBuddy reports show diesel and gas prices easing in many U.S. counties in the week ending Aug. 8, with the lowest diesel in Montgomery County at $4.44/gal and the cheapest E85 in Rock Island County at $2.94/gal. Markets & Debt: Commentary highlights U.S. debt nearing $40T and Treasury yields hitting multi-year highs, pushing investors to demand more return on government borrowing.
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