Markets & Rates: Most US stocks slipped as yields stayed high after data pointed to stronger spring growth, while inflation looked a bit cooler in August; Europe also closed lower as inflation accelerated and oil rose. US Economy: GDP growth was revised to a solid 2.2% for Q2, but consumer confidence kept sliding, keeping pressure on the outlook. Tax & Regulation: Texas moved to amend a rule it says was creating a “double tax” on marketplace and platform fees for businesses and gig workers. AI for Business: Amex is rolling out new business-focused AI agents and automation for accounts payable, while S2W upgraded its ontology-based SAIP platform to connect messy enterprise data with explainable AI. Small Business Visibility: New research highlights rising ad costs and AI skepticism, pushing local firms to think beyond screens for customer recognition. Energy & Commodities: Record diesel prices are reviving talk of limiting exports to protect domestic supply, while Jordan says it has ~60 days of key petroleum products. Trade & Diplomacy: Greece and Guyana signed an air services deal to boost connectivity; US-Vietnam business leaders will convene in Monterey Park to expand trade ties. Corporate & Legal: Senate Democrats blocked a bill aimed at restricting stock trading by members of Congress. Enforcement: A major Atlanta-area raid shut down illicit massage businesses and led to arrests tied to alleged trafficking.