BMO says the North American economy remains resilient despite risks.

The Electoral Affairs Commission published provisional recommendations on constituency boundaries and names for the 2027 Hong Kong District Council general election and opened a public consultation running to Sept. 24. The election is scheduled for year-end 2027. Under the Electoral Affairs Commission Ordinance, the EAC must review boundaries and names, issue provisional recommendations, conduct public consultation and submit a report to the Chief Executive.

Market sources: US Democrats urged Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to maintain the FOMC's schedule of eight meetings per year.