Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Launch: Dubai’s 33rd ATM opened with 2,800+ exhibitors and a push to restore Middle East tourism after geopolitical shocks, including a GCC recovery plan and new Ajman market initiatives. Aviation & Tourism Deals: Emirates signed 11 partnership agreements at ATM covering destinations from Sri Lanka to Japan and Italy, aiming to expand distribution and visitor experiences. EV Momentum in Malaysia: Proton e.MAS said it captured 60% of Malaysia’s EV domestic registrations Jan–Aug, with 27,403 registrations and August hitting a record 6,000+. Market Risk Mood: India’s Sensex fell ~778 points and Nifty ~280 points as oil prices and Fed fears pressured realty, metals and chemicals; analysts flagged 23,300 support and 23,000 as the next line. Bond Market Watch: US Treasury intervention fears linger as yields rise, keeping investors cautious ahead of Fed signals. AI Infrastructure Demand: New coverage points to AI infrastructure spending as a fast-growing market, with data centers and cooling becoming core investment themes. Logistics Capacity Strain: REPOWR’s H1 trailer utilization report says same-day demand is now standard and operating costs are outpacing inflation. Energy & Commodities: Kuala Lumpur rubber ended lower on weaker regional futures and softer China tyre demand, though oil gains and El Niño supply disruption concerns limited losses. Agribusiness Investment: CHS plans a $700m soybean processing plant in Wisconsin, targeting 80m bushels and boosting local farmer market access.