MSME Finance Boost: The SBAJ says it has signed an MoU with the Development Bank of Jamaica under the GEMINI Plus Grant Programme, offering grants up to $800,000 to help micro, small and medium businesses formalise, build business plans, digitise, market, and access mentorship—aimed at improving MSME readiness for government procurement. Energy & Utilities: JPS reports a near doubling of net profit for the first six months of 2026, up 95.8% to US$3.5m, driven by lower electricity production costs and reduced operating expenses. Water Crisis: Corporate Area storage remains critically low as Hermitage Dam drops to 31.4% and Mona Reservoir to 48.4%, prompting water restrictions and a prohibition order on non-essential use. Climate Adaptation for Farmers: Agriculture Minister Floyd Green urges farmers to adapt to drought and heat, highlighting a $37.8m solar-powered pump station in Manchester as a way to cut water supply costs during dry periods. Tech & Jobs: CEAL Green Energy CEO Ryan Roper tells education leaders that young people must build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills for an AI-driven world. Regional Finance Links: India’s Finance Minister Sitharaman meets BVI Premier Natalio Wheatley as a trade mission explores financial services, FinTech, digital transformation and investment ties. Tourism & Culture: Anguilla earns nominations in eight categories at the World Travel Awards, while Jamaica’s Miss Universe Jamaica 2026 winner Celene Hall is crowned at AC Hotel Kingston. Sports Spotlight: Jamaica’s Oblique Seville and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden win at the Silesia Diamond League, with Seville clocking a meet record 9.83.