Puerto Rico Economy Watch: The Planning Board’s July Monthly Economic Summary points to mixed momentum in early 2026—slower activity and consumption (ICAE down 0.7% in May; retail sales down 2.2% in April) while construction and cruise tourism keep growing, and inflation remains a pressure point (CPI up 4.6% in May). PREPA Bond Fight: PREPA bondholders pressed their case before the U.S. Appeals Court for the First Circuit, arguing Puerto Rico’s central government actions improperly reduced recoveries; judges appeared receptive to parts of the bondholders’ “separate act” argument. Local Business & Community: A major Puerto Rican Festival in Rochester is driving new street closures on North Clinton Avenue, with business owners warning last year’s shutdowns hurt sales while police cite ongoing violence concerns. Corporate & Jobs: The Home Depot announced leadership portfolio changes aimed at accelerating innovation and capturing more market share. Healthcare & Food Services: Sodexo’s Clinicia nutrition program now supports 500 hospitals in the U.S., delivering 10 million personalized meals annually. Tourism & Culture: Bacardí returns to Lollapalooza with a Casa Bacardí activation and livestream segments via Disney+ and Hulu. Sports Business: MLB trade deadline chatter continues as teams weigh pitching moves, with ESPN’s power rankings tracking contenders’ surges and drops. Local Events: San Juan will host a standalone municipal bond market debut, signaling a new financing channel for local issuers.