Monetary Policy Watch: Bank of Jamaica kept its policy rate at 5.5% as inflation hit 7.5% in July, with BOJ saying second-round effects are starting but still limited and risks are tilted upward. Energy & Cost Pressures: JPS urged businesses to cut summer electricity bills by tracking kilowatt-hour use, using smart meters, and managing peak demand. Hurricane Melissa Claims: Guardian Holdings says it has settled over 70% of Hurricane Melissa insurance claims, aiming to push closer to 75–80% as it pilots faster property-damage estimates. Water & Resilience: Water Minister Matthew Samuda says Montego Bay Bypass completion is being used to minimise traffic disruption during the Western Resilience Water Project. Agro-Industry: Spur Tree Spices targets $2b revenue for 2026, relying on strong second-half pepper and scalli sales despite tariff pressure and farmer price demands. Manufacturing Upgrade: Woodcats International invested about $30m to automate pallet production, boosting efficiency and aiming for full automation by Q1. Business Expansion: Pan Jamaica Group bought the Discount Pharmacy property for a Manor Park redevelopment, adding professional offices and expanded parking. Education & Youth: Sagicor Foundation Jamaica awarded $7.5m in scholarships and grants to 44 students for 2026–27. Sports Infrastructure: Jamaica’s National Stadium Track received World Athletics Class One certification for five years, enabling official recognition of records and qualifying performances. Security: UWI Mona plans to expand surveillance with more cameras and a personnel increase of over 100%. Regional Trade/Shipping: Sunoco LP and Verde Marine Energy announced a commercial collaboration to expand marine fuel offerings in ARA and UK bunker markets.