Fuel Watch: Eurostat says EU fuel and lubricants for private transport rose 13.7% year-on-year in June 2026, with Romania among the biggest jumpers (+23.1%); month-on-month, diesel fell 6.4% and petrol 4.2%, easing costs for drivers. Mediterranean Groceries: RH Amar is rolling out Henry’s Deli (ambient jars) with Italian antipasti and Greek olives/tomatoes, launching on Ocado with seven SKUs. Pet Food Investment: Nestlé Purina is investing about £478M in a new Mantova, Italy wet pet food factory, adding logistics for faster retail service and supporting growth in wet cat food. Tech & Chips: STMicroelectronics forecast Q3 revenue at $3.70B (slightly below expectations) but points to recovering demand across automotive, AI data-centre optics and consumer electronics. Consumer Safety & Travel: A British Airways flight near Windsor Castle reported a near-miss with an illegally operated drone, prompting warnings to other aircraft. Retail Expansion: San Francisco Premium Outlets is adding brands like Birkenstock and Marine Layer, betting on premium, comfort-led shopping demand. Italian Business Abroad: ICE plans to train more Angolan companies for exports to Europe, targeting 50–60 firms in Huambo next in September.