Regulation & Consumer Risk: Texas AG Ken Paxton opened a glyphosate residue probe into food products, issuing demands to Bayer and PepsiCo and focusing on whether manufacturers misled shoppers about levels. Markets & Shipping: Reuters reports Asia stocks rebounded on dip-buying as oil eased after Israel-Iran attack pauses, but analysts warned the bounce is narrow while Strait of Hormuz disruptions keep pressure on trade. Retail & Spending Pressure: South African retailer Mr Price Group warned that higher oil-driven inflation and geopolitical shocks could weigh on consumer spending into 2027. Payments & Retail Finance: OpenWay and Visa teamed up to speed APAC banks’ payment product rollouts, while Nepal’s Global IME Bank and Bhat-Bhateni launched a 0% EMI credit card for NPR 15,000+ purchases. Consumer Goods Growth: Grasim Industries committed ₹3,094 crore to expand Lyocell capacity, targeting rising demand for sustainable textiles. Food & Wellness: A study found eating one avocado daily lowered dietary glycemic load over six months, supporting a broader shift toward functional foods. Brand & Product Marketing: CeraVe held its first-ever Global CerAwards, bringing 111 creators from 22 countries together to spotlight skincare content.