Central Banking: The Bank of Japan lifted its policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.0%, warning that higher crude prices tied to the West Asia conflict and a weak yen could push inflation above target. Corporate Finance & Markets: SpaceX, fresh off its IPO, agreed to acquire Cursor in a $60 billion all-stock deal, with Bill Ackman pointing to the high valuation as a way to reduce dilution. Banking & Regulation: The UAE and Kosovo central banks signed an MoU to deepen supervisory and FinTech cooperation, covering areas from payment systems oversight to AML/CFT. Investment & Jobs: Nokia’s $30 million expansion in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley will add 250+ jobs, with the state investing $3 million alongside the company. Public Finance & Governance: Togo’s World Bank-backed capacity session focused on fraud and corruption risks in development project spending, stressing accountability in procurement and contract management. Development & Growth Outlook: The World Bank cut its Sub-Saharan Africa growth forecast for 2026, citing energy shocks and weaker external demand. Local Finance: Manitoba’s rural Lakeshore council held a public meeting on borrowing about $2.5 million to cover long-running deficits, with residents pressing for clarity. Investor Protection: Uganda’s SHIPU said it has handled 1,500+ investor complaints and protected about $147 million in investments via an electronic protection portal.