Trump cited an S&P Global report this week saying U.S. business growth is at its highest in more than five years. He said inflation-adjusted median household income is at a record high, the U.S. poverty rate is at a record low, 2026 goods exports are expected to reach a record high, and trillions of dollars of new investment are flowing into the U.S.

On Sep 24, the day before the Mid-Autumn holiday, Guangzhou metro network carried 12.066 mln passengers, the third-highest daily figure in 2026 (Apr 30: 12.839 mln; May 1: 12.397 mln). That was up 3.3% versus 11.681 mln on Sep 30, 2025 (the previous holiday eve). Six intercity lines operated by Guangzhou metro carried 310k passengers, with multiple intercity routes recording new ridership peaks.

President Trump said he believes the US and Cuba will reach an agreement and does not think use of military force will be necessary.