Developing storylines
the narratives behind the headlines
- •Eurozone manufacturing PMI rises to 52.7 in August, its highest level in about 51 months, led by strong German growth and improving French demand.
- •Euro zone inflation climbs back above 3%, raising expectations that higher interest rates will follow.

- •Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, the White House confirms.
- •Driscoll's resignation follows months of tension with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, leaving the Army without Senate-confirmed leadership as acting officials take over.