Trade & Tariffs: Economists say Trump’s new U.S. bans on some Canadian alcohol, dairy and motorcycles, plus added 50% tariffs on other goods, are unlikely to dent Canada’s overall economy much—though specific sectors could feel the squeeze. Monetary Policy: A Fed fight is brewing ahead of the September meeting, with hawks arguing tariffs are pushing inflation and others warning inflation drivers won’t respond to rate hikes. Energy Costs: U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright links higher gas prices to refinery closures, arguing refinery shutdowns are driving costs up. Digital Skills & Jobs: Nigeria launched a free digital academy selecting 16,000 trainees from 72,850 applicants to build capacity for the digital economy. Local Growth & Housing: Christchurch’s post-quake recovery is credited with boosting jobs and confidence, while St Andrews faces pressure from wealthy buyers worsening housing affordability. Infrastructure & Ports: Canada’s first majority Indigenous-owned deep-sea port in B.C. opened to move critical minerals, and Nigeria’s Badagry deep-seaport plan advanced via an MoU with APM Terminals. Circular Economy: Eveready and Zepto launched a doorstep “Return Battery” collection push in India to expand recycling. Global Finance: Moody’s warns interconnected risks require stronger investor confidence in insurance and reinsurance. Policy Roadmaps: Türkiye unveiled a 2027–2029 medium-term program targeting $2.2T output and single-digit inflation by 2029.