Markets & Energy: Asian stocks slid as US-Iran tensions flared again, pushing investors into a risk-off mood; oil eased from recent highs after a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, but volatility stayed high. Corporate Governance: India’s SEBI barred Rajesh Exports promoter Rajesh Mehta from trading after alleging major financial misrepresentation and misuse of funds, with an interim ex-parte order restraining dealings. AI in Business: Chief Justice Andrew Bell warned AI is moving faster than corporate governance can keep up, raising questions for directors on oversight and accountability; meanwhile, local economic development groups are running free workshops to help firms use Claude and Microsoft Copilot responsibly. Trade & Policy: The IMF said Saudi Arabia’s economy remains resilient despite Middle East war disruptions, citing rerouted oil flows; global growth forecasts are also being revised downward amid Iran-war risks. SME & Payments: Paybis says stablecoins are rapidly shifting from retail trading to business payments, with B2B driving most stablecoin volume. Local Economy: Trinidad and Tobago business groups urged evidence-based justification for any State of Emergency extension, warning against replacing long-term crime strategy with emergency powers.