Japan Economic Blueprint: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet approved a long-term growth and fiscal plan through fiscal 2040, shifting from “fiscal consolidation” toward investment-led productivity with a target of 1%+ real growth (inflation near 2%). Indonesia Development & Nature: Bappenas says biodiversity is central to Indonesia’s long-term growth, pushing a move from raw extraction to sustainable downstream value. Malaysia Auto Demand: Malaysia’s TIV forecast for 2026 was lifted to 800,000 units as SUV and xEV sales stay strong, with commercial-vehicle share expected to soften. U.S. Aviation Regulation: The FAA says it’s working to help deploy air taxis, supersonic aircraft, and drones by updating certification and keeping rules less prescriptive. Crypto & Markets: Nubank’s U.S. banking push highlights how hard it is for digital banks to crack America, while South Korea’s KOSPI volatility is increasingly tied to the global AI trade. Real Estate Split: New Zealand rents are flat nationally, but the South is diverging—Otago, Nelson/Tasman, and Canterbury are rising while Auckland and Wellington drift down. Corporate Dealmaking: Wipro Consumer Care International agreed to buy S Brands in the Philippines to deepen its personal-care footprint. Market Outlook Themes: Multiple sectors keep pitching growth forecasts—from embedded security and routers to engineered wood and used construction equipment—reflecting continued capex and digitization momentum.