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  1. Coles found to have misled shoppers in bombshell Federal Court case
    By Michael Atkin and Lucy Kent

    Supermarket giant Coles broke consumer law by misleading shoppers on discount prices, a Federal Court judge has found.

    abc.net.au/news/2026-05-14/col

    #ConsumerConfidence #Courts #ConsumerGoods #ConsumerProtection #MichaelAtkin #LucyKent

  2. Paint Makers Push Prices Upward Amid Oil Shock and Fierce Rivalry

    Paint companies in India are increasing prices by 3-5% from May 5, 2026, because of higher oil and raw material costs. This affects homeowners and builders.

    #PaintPrices, #IndiaEconomy, #OilCosts, #AsianPaints, #ConsumerGoods

    newsletter.tf/indian-paint-pri

  3. adidas has unveiled its first fully 3D-printed soccer cleats, developed through the company R.A.P. (Radical Athlete Perception) project. The cleats were designed using performance data from players Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ademola Lookman, who will receive custom-made pairs. This is adidas second product from the project, after a basketball shoe already worn in an official game. The cleats remain in concept phase with no release date. 3dnatives.com/en/3d-printed-so #3Dprint #3Dprinting #ConsumerGoods

  4. Unilever to hike prices as Iran war drives up costs

    Unilever said it would raise prices to offset higher costs from the Iran war, while reporting first-quarter underlying sales growth ahead of forecasts. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #MarketNews #Unilever #EarningsUpdate #ConsumerGoods #PriceIncreases #InflationPressures #GlobalMarkets #BusinessNews #CorporateResults #CostPressures #WorldEconomy Read the story here: 👉 Subscribe: Keep up with the latest news from around the…

    fllics.com/en/video/unilever-t

  5. Unilever to hike prices as Iran war drives up costs

    Unilever said it would raise prices to offset higher costs from the Iran war, while reporting first-quarter underlying sales growth ahead of forecasts. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #MarketNews #Unilever #EarningsUpdate #ConsumerGoods #PriceIncreases #InflationPressures #GlobalMarkets #BusinessNews #CorporateResults #CostPressures #WorldEconomy Read the story here: 👉 Subscribe: Keep up with the latest news from around the…

    fllics.com/en/video/unilever-t

  6. Immersion in a hot toxic soup

    From humans, wildlife and invertebrates: Simultaneous exposure of toxins and climate harms likely to cause reduced fertility

    An " ‘alarming’ effect on fertility across global species from simultaneous exposures."

    "The chemicals are ubiquitous in consumer goods, so humans are often regularly exposed."

    “There is enough evidence in both areas to act to reduce our impact on the planet...The solution to the systemic problems would involve reining in climate change and reducing the use of toxic chemicals." >>

    theguardian.com/science/2026/a
    #biodiversity #immersion #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis #toxins #plastic #ForeverChemicals #pollution #WesternCountries #harm #ToxicChemicals #Pfas #organochlorines #pyrethroids #Phthalates #ConsumerGoods #ClimateHarms #habitability #HealthHazards

  7. Immersion in a hot toxic soup

    From humans, wildlife and invertebrates: Simultaneous exposure of toxins and climate harms likely to cause reduced fertility

    An " ‘alarming’ effect on fertility across global species from simultaneous exposures."

    "The chemicals are ubiquitous in consumer goods, so humans are often regularly exposed."

    “There is enough evidence in both areas to act to reduce our impact on the planet...The solution to the systemic problems would involve reining in climate change and reducing the use of toxic chemicals." >>

    theguardian.com/science/2026/a
    #biodiversity #immersion #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis #toxins #plastic #ForeverChemicals #pollution #WesternCountries #harm #ToxicChemicals #Pfas #organochlorines #pyrethroids #Phthalates #ConsumerGoods #ClimateHarms #habitability #HealthHazards

  8. Immersion in a hot toxic soup

    From humans, wildlife and invertebrates: Simultaneous exposure of toxins and climate harms likely to cause reduced fertility

    An " ‘alarming’ effect on fertility across global species from simultaneous exposures."

    "The chemicals are ubiquitous in consumer goods, so humans are often regularly exposed."

    “There is enough evidence in both areas to act to reduce our impact on the planet...The solution to the systemic problems would involve reining in climate change and reducing the use of toxic chemicals." >>

    theguardian.com/science/2026/a
    #biodiversity #immersion #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis #toxins #plastic #ForeverChemicals #pollution #WesternCountries #harm #ToxicChemicals #Pfas #organochlorines #pyrethroids #Phthalates #ConsumerGoods #ClimateHarms #habitability #HealthHazards

  9. Immersion in a hot toxic soup

    From humans, wildlife and invertebrates: Simultaneous exposure of toxins and climate harms likely to cause reduced fertility

    An " ‘alarming’ effect on fertility across global species from simultaneous exposures."

    "The chemicals are ubiquitous in consumer goods, so humans are often regularly exposed."

    “There is enough evidence in both areas to act to reduce our impact on the planet...The solution to the systemic problems would involve reining in climate change and reducing the use of toxic chemicals." >>

    theguardian.com/science/2026/a
    #biodiversity #immersion #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis #toxins #plastic #ForeverChemicals #pollution #WesternCountries #harm #ToxicChemicals #Pfas #organochlorines #pyrethroids #Phthalates #ConsumerGoods #ClimateHarms #habitability #HealthHazards

  10. Immersion in a hot toxic soup

    From humans, wildlife and invertebrates: Simultaneous exposure of toxins and climate harms likely to cause reduced fertility

    An " ‘alarming’ effect on fertility across global species from simultaneous exposures."

    "The chemicals are ubiquitous in consumer goods, so humans are often regularly exposed."

    “There is enough evidence in both areas to act to reduce our impact on the planet...The solution to the systemic problems would involve reining in climate change and reducing the use of toxic chemicals." >>

    theguardian.com/science/2026/a
    #biodiversity #immersion #FossilFuels #ClimateCrisis #toxins #plastic #ForeverChemicals #pollution #WesternCountries #harm #ToxicChemicals #Pfas #organochlorines #pyrethroids #Phthalates #ConsumerGoods #ClimateHarms #habitability #HealthHazards

  11. Iran war is making the world a little less sweet as oil soars at the worst possible time for sugar

    Sugar and gasoline don’t have a lot in common, unless you’re in a sugarcane mill in Brazil, in…
    #NewsBeep #News #Business #Brazil #CA #Canada #Commodityprices #ConsumerGoods #Foodanddrink #Irán #Markets #Sugar #Tariffs #war
    newsbeep.com/ca/552556/

  12. The US and China are about to launch the next front in their trade war - The U.S.-China #TradeWar has lurched from fragile truce to bare-knuckle brawl. It is about to intensify further when the two countries hike fees on each others’ commercial ships Tuesday — a move that, on the U.S. side, could end up raising consumer costs and driving down imports from Asia. politico.com/news/2025/10/13/u #Trade #TrumpTariffs #Tariffs #Finance #Economy #markets #ConsumerGoods #RepublicansOwnThis #USPol

  13. #India shines for global #consumergoods giants despite urban demand slowdown and global market turmoil.
    Senior executives from #Unilever, #ProcterGamble, #PernodRicard, #Reckitt, #PepsiCo, #Heineken and #LOréal have highlighted India's significant contribution to growth among emerging markets during the recent quarter

  14. We teamed up with STANLEY to create a colorful and fun experience instead of a simple water bottle. "Stan" the bear, who loves hiking and nature, became the perfect hydration companion for the little ones.

    And the best part? Kids and their family members can personalize the bottle together by scribbling their signature or drawing something on the top.

    #productdesign #ergonomy #usercentereddesign #consumergoods

  15. A 'beauty' of an idea could help tackle the problem of price gouging in banking
    By Peter Martin

    Doing what we can to stop Australians being overcharged is important, not only for wage earners but also for businesses. And in the banking sector, there's a new idea for how we might do just that — and it's a beauty, writes Peter Martin.

    abc.net.au/news/2024-02-28/wor

    #EconomicTrends #Economy #SupermarketsandGroceryRetailers #Banking #ConsumerGoods #Consumers #CostofLiving #EconomicIndicator #PeterMartin

  16. https://ole-lukoye.blogspot.com/2023/06/why-tvs-have-fallen-in-price-by-97-in.html

    Title: The Remarkable Drop in TV Prices: Should We Be Concerned?

    Subtitle: Discover the astonishing 97% decrease in TV prices and the potential implications

    Introduction:
    Television sets have undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, not only in terms of technology but also in their affordability. While other consumer goods have either maintained their prices or experienced a steady increase, TVs have become significantly cheaper, sometimes by as much as 97%. This blog post explores this intriguing phenomenon, delving into the reasons behind the dramatic price drop and examining the potential implications for consumers.

    Tags: TVs, technology, price drop, consumer goods, affordability

    Hashtags:
    #TVPrices #AffordableTechnology #ConsumerGoods #TechAdvancements

    Conclusion:
    As technology advances and the market becomes more competitive, TVs have experienced an unprecedented price drop, making them more accessible to consumers. While this may seem like a positive development, it's important to be aware of the underlying factors driving these price reductions. The monetization of data collected from smart devices, including TVs, has become a significant revenue stream for manufacturers. This raises concerns about privacy and data security, as our devices increasingly gather information about our habits and preferences. As we embrace smarter and more connected devices, we must navigate the trade-off between affordability and privacy, considering the implications of relinquishing control over our personal data.

    Description:
    Explore the fascinating phenomenon of the 97% drop in TV prices and its implications for consumers. Discover the reasons behind this remarkable price reduction and the potential privacy concerns associated with the monetization of data from smart devices. Join the discussion now!

    Twitter Post:
    📺 TVs have fallen in price by a staggering 97%! 🤯 Discover why and what it means for consumers. Is there a trade-off between affordability and privacy? 🤔 Read more on our blog. #TVPrices #AffordableTech #PrivacyConcerns

    Mastodon Post:
    📺 TVs have experienced an astonishing 97% price drop! 😱 Join the conversation as we delve into the reasons behind this dramatic decline and explore the potential implications for consumers. 🤔 Share your thoughts now! #TVPrices #TechAdvancements #DataPrivacy

  17. https://ole-lukoye.blogspot.com/2023/06/why-tvs-have-fallen-in-price-by-97-in.html


    Title: The Remarkable Drop in TV Prices: Should We Be Concerned?

    Subtitle: Discover the astonishing 97% decrease in TV prices and the potential implications

    Introduction:
    Television sets have undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, not only in terms of technology but also in their affordability. While other consumer goods have either maintained their prices or experienced a steady increase, TVs have become significantly cheaper, sometimes by as much as 97%. This blog post explores this intriguing phenomenon, delving into the reasons behind the dramatic price drop and examining the potential implications for consumers.

    Tags: TVs, technology, price drop, consumer goods, affordability

    Hashtags:
    #TVPrices #AffordableTechnology #ConsumerGoods #TechAdvancements

    Conclusion:
    As technology advances and the market becomes more competitive, TVs have experienced an unprecedented price drop, making them more accessible to consumers. While this may seem like a positive development, it's important to be aware of the underlying factors driving these price reductions. The monetization of data collected from smart devices, including TVs, has become a significant revenue stream for manufacturers. This raises concerns about privacy and data security, as our devices increasingly gather information about our habits and preferences. As we embrace smarter and more connected devices, we must navigate the trade-off between affordability and privacy, considering the implications of relinquishing control over our personal data.

    Description:
    Explore the fascinating phenomenon of the 97% drop in TV prices and its implications for consumers. Discover the reasons behind this remarkable price reduction and the potential privacy concerns associated with the monetization of data from smart devices. Join the discussion now!

    Twitter Post:
    📺 TVs have fallen in price by a staggering 97%! 🤯 Discover why and what it means for consumers. Is there a trade-off between affordability and privacy? 🤔 Read more on our blog. #TVPrices #AffordableTech #PrivacyConcerns

    Mastodon Post:
    📺 TVs have experienced an astonishing 97% price drop! 😱 Join the conversation as we delve into the reasons behind this dramatic decline and explore the potential implications for consumers. 🤔 Share your thoughts now! #TVPrices #TechAdvancements #DataPrivacy