Food & Energy Pricing: India raised domestic LPG by Rs 29 per 14.2-kg cylinder amid West Asia-linked cost pressure, but the Petroleum Ministry says households are still effectively paying far less than market-linked supply (over Rs 1,600 cost vs about Rs 700 “under-recovery” absorbed upstream), with PMUY beneficiaries effectively paying Rs 642 after direct benefit transfers. Air Travel Costs: Airline leaders at IATA’s Rio summit are weighing fuel shocks from the Iran conflict and aircraft delivery delays, with carriers expected to keep older planes longer and face margin pressure as fares and capacity get squeezed. Canada-US Border & Consumer Impact: Canada temporarily banned Texas livestock imports after New World screwworm was detected in Texas, prompting CFIA movement restrictions while officials coordinate with U.S. counterparts. World Cup Consumer Boom (and headaches): FIFA’s 2026 tournament is forecast to boost spending across tourism, retail and apparel, but the same demand is also fueling counterfeit goods and ticketing disputes—raising the stakes for shoppers and retailers in Canada and beyond. Retail & Membership: Walmart+ expands in Canada with free Crave, adding another push in subscription-driven grocery and entertainment value. Postal Service Watch: Canada Post reported a $205M first-quarter loss before tax as volumes and revenue fell, underscoring pressure for its ongoing transformation.