Monetary & Markets: Cboe is seeking SEC approval to list “binary KPI options” tied to corporate earnings metrics, letting traders bet on whether set thresholds are hit rather than stock moves—an expansion of event-style trading that pits exchange innovation against prediction-market rivals. Retail & Consumer Pressure: UK electronics retailer Currys reported adjusted pre-tax profit up 18% to £191m and said AI-driven computing sales helped offset “soft” TV demand, even as it warned the consumer backdrop remains subdued. Energy Reliability: PJM warned of record heat-driven demand in the Northeast, forecasting peaks that could top its 2006 record, and secured emergency orders to boost supply flexibility. Policy & Costs: India’s RBI proposal to let NBFCs access the term money market could lift volumes 40–60% and deepen liquidity, potentially easing funding spreads for top-rated lenders. Regional Market Snapshots: Asia trading was mixed—Thailand and Taiwan surged, while South Korea’s KOSPI fell sharply—highlighting uneven risk appetite. Electricity Bills: In Iloilo City, Philippines consumers face higher June power rates after MORE Power implemented a P2.04/kWh increase tied to pass-through charges. Tech IPOs: Italian Bending Spoons jumped nearly 40% in its US debut, adding another data point for software IPO appetite.