Banking & FX: Jamaica’s net international reserves rose about 0.5% to US$6.48b in May, lifting import coverage to 40 weeks. Central Bank Liquidity: The Bank of Jamaica allocated $1.3b from $2.3b in bids in its liquidity operation to deposit-taking institutions. Energy & Water Resilience: Water Minister Matthew Samuda hit back at claims the NWC isn’t preparing for JPS failures, saying resilience steps are already underway. Labour & Skills: HEART/NSTA Trust is under fire for not delivering enough for the construction sector as Jamaica faces a shortage of skilled trades. Retirement Planning: Scotia Jamaica Life urged structured retirement savings beyond the NIS, highlighting low private pension participation. Infrastructure Push: Western Jamaica is set to get most of 55 new bridges under the Accelerated Bridge Programme, starting with the Troy Bridge opening. Trade Policy Watch: Opposition warns CARICOM should proceed carefully on a proposed 15% tariff on glass bottle imports. Disaster Finance: Credit unions supported disaster recovery in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, helping restore branches and services. Tourism/Branding: Sandals’ estate dispute ends in a settlement, while BYD becomes Official Car Sponsor of CPL 2026.