Trade & Retail: China and the U.S. are looking to roll back tariffs on some agricultural products, with Beijing signaling it can expand farm purchases as part of a broader trade truce. Energy & Consumer Costs: India’s crude oil inventories have rebounded to near a one-year high, helped by strong imports after earlier depletion tied to the US-Iran disruption—good news for supply stability. Payments & Shopping Convenience: China’s upgraded departure tax refund policy 2.0 is making airport refunds faster for inbound tourists, aiming to turn shopping into more spend. Consumer Finance: Visa is pushing passkey-based card payments in India to reduce OTP friction, while DBS and Samsung Securities are exploring a wealth management partnership to widen access to South Korea and global markets. Home Tech & Robotics: UBTech is selling humanoid “companions” aimed at loneliness relief, and Unitree Robotics has won approval for a Shanghai IPO to raise about $619m—both underline how consumer robotics is going mainstream. Policy & Compliance: The FCC expanded bans on certain Chinese telecom and surveillance equipment imports/marketing in the U.S., closing a prior regulatory gap. India Services Demand: India’s services PMI held at 57.4 in June, but growth slowed as domestic demand softened. Brand & IP: China’s court ordered Molly Tea to pay Louis Vuitton about $1.5m for trademark infringement, a reminder that luxury IP enforcement is tightening. Retail Expansion (India): NCCF opened four new company-owned stores in Delhi to boost access to affordable essentials under its Bharat and Jena brands. Food & Travel: MSC World Asia will launch a three-in-one Pan-Asian street-food dining concept onboard, blending restaurant, bar and quick bites. Health & Wellness (India): NITI Aayog and PwC released a roadmap to make Ayurveda globally recognized by 2047, including export growth and curriculum standardisation work. Sportswear Retail (Japan): ASICS plans a second Japan flagship in Tokyo with customisation services and recycled materials.