US Macro: The U.S. economy grew at a sluggish 1.5% annual pace in Q2 as imports widened the trade deficit, but consumer spending jumped 3.2% and business investment tied to AI infrastructure stayed a bright spot. Fed Watch: Fed Chair Kevin Warsh kept rates steady despite inflation above target, leaving Wall Street worried about credibility and the path ahead. Global Outlook: The OECD says the world economy will slow next year as wars, still-high rates, and inflation weigh on growth, with the U.S. and China decelerating. AI & Tech Economics: AMD and others argue AI agents could boost productivity beyond chatbots, while Aave weighs cutting low-adoption chains after deposits collapsed. Payments & Infrastructure: Canada’s Real-Time Rail moves toward implementation, aiming for instant 24/7 payments and a more competitive financial ecosystem. Local Business Climate: Puerto Rico’s early-2026 data show mixed signals—cooling activity and weaker retail sales, even as construction and cruise tourism hold up. Energy Shock: A West Bank fuel shortage is stranding people as cash and import constraints hit daily life. Ag Sector Pressure: Iowa agriculture faces a multi-year downturn as costs outpace revenues and net farm income fell sharply. Policy & Jobs: Bangladesh’s planning minister says the goal is an investment-driven, productive economy through better project execution and public investment efficiency.