Energy & Food Prices: Rosneft’s Sechin says India will drive nearly half of global oil-demand growth over the next decade, while warnings about Strait of Hormuz disruptions point to higher fertiliser and food costs worldwide. Air Travel Cost Pressure: IATA chiefs meet in Rio as Iran war fuel shocks collide with aircraft delivery delays, raising the odds of fare hikes, capacity cuts, and more airline failures. Consumer Impact Watch: In the US, retailers say shoppers are still spending but are quietly trading down and changing routines as gas and food costs bite. LPG & Household Budgets: India keeps domestic LPG far cheaper than global peers despite a Rs 29 cylinder hike, using under-recovery support for consumers. Supply Chain Tech: China’s optical modules and chips remain central to global AI buildout, with exports and vendor shares underscoring its role in keeping infrastructure running. Health & Consumer Rights: A consumer court in India ordered an eye surgeon to pay Rs 7 lakh for failing to obtain proper informed consent before cataract surgery. Pharma Manufacturing: Goldman Sachs says semaglutide generic pricing after 2031/32 will hinge on peptide API capacity, with China leading supply. Retail Investing: S&P Global says it won’t loosen rules for major US indices, a potential headwind for SpaceX’s IPO retail push. Data Centers & Power Debate: A UN-linked report highlights how even “politeness” in AI chats can affect electricity use, feeding the wider grid-stress argument. Food Safety: Experts urge stronger enforcement against food adulteration as consumers are warned about misleading labels and additives. Water Access: Jamaica reports 65,000 customers still without water after a blackout, showing how power outages quickly spill into everyday essentials.