UK Economy Outlook: The UK’s May GDP is due after April’s flat/weak momentum, with economists warning services are still under pressure from fuel and energy costs tied to the Iran war. China Growth Pulse: China’s H1 data points to steady improvement, with consumption recovering and AI/humanoid-robot investment accelerating. Household Strain in the U.S.: U.S. credit card balances fell sharply, a defensive pullback that signals deeper financial stress for many households. Food Price Risk: Analysts warn a “super” El Niño could keep global food prices elevated into 2028, compounding war-driven inflation. Property Affordability Debate: Malta’s home prices rose 6.7% y/y in Q1, reigniting questions about whether growth is helping buyers or worsening affordability. AI & Policy: South Korea is expected to tighten policy as inflation stays above target, while AI governance and the creator economy face new detection-driven economics. Energy & Trade Security: India’s Navy is framed as an economic-security asset, and Iran is said to be alarmed by the India-Middle East-Europe corridor that could bypass Hormuz. Local Business Impact: Afghanistan’s Herat markets saw a sharp drop in female customers after dress-code crackdowns, hitting turnover. Development Finance: India’s finance ministry plans talks with public banks to boost foreign-currency deposits, aiming to revive inflows. Tourism Boost: South Florida businesses report gains from FIFA fever, with large crowds lifting sales.