Recent headlines have been grim for Gen Z’s prospects in the job market. But they may have an edge in one area: AI skills.Employers are pulling back on hiring recent grads—yet, nearly half said they are actively seeking AI-native talent, which Gen Z feels the most fluent in, according to new Indeed data. Kyle M.K., senior talent strategy advisor at Indeed, says organizations should discuss what they want out of emerging talent and how they define an entry-level role. “These are highly intelligent individuals who are educated in the world of technology,” says M.K., who added that it would be a mistake to view their roles as unnecessary.This is a published version of the Forbes Daily newsletter, you can sign-up to get Forbes Daily in your inbox here. First UpThe Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation metric eased from a nearly three-year high in June, but economic growth also slowed more than expected in the second quarter.Anthropic on Thursday said its advanced AI models successfully hacked the systems of three organizations while undergoing testing, following a hacking incident at rival OpenAI.Mark Zuckerberg’s fortune fell by nearly $16 billion Thursday as Wall Street skepticism of the Facebook parent’s AI spending caused its stock to plunge.Business + FinanceGetty Images for Taco BellThe parent company of Taco Bell said its sales are improving from the cyclospora-induced slump in visitors. Chris Turner, CEO of Yum! Brands, said the outbreak had a “meaningful near-term sales impact” on the company—and data shows foot traffic plummeted 31% on July 17, the first Friday after the chain was linked to the outbreak.Wealth + Entrepreneurship Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group surged over 5% on Thursday, as the company has rallied in recent weeks after announcing Truth API, a real-time data feed providing posts from high-ranking Truth Social accounts to financial and trading firms. President Donald Trump’s net worth sits at an estimated $6.5 billion, a $600 million boost from when the company’s stock reached an all-time low last month.Tech + InnovationAfter selling his commercial real estate company Cadre for more than $300 million, founder Ryan Williams is back with another fintech startup aimed at using AI to help private credit firms track their investments. Ellis uses AI to aggregate different sources of data to form a coherent, big-picture perspective on an entire portfolio, and will initially focus on the fast-growing private credit industry that’s facing heightened scrutiny.Money + PoliticsAFP via Getty ImagesElon Musk will reportedly spend as much as $120 million to help the GOP in the midterms through his super PAC, furthering his alliance with the Republican Party despite his up-and-down relationship with President Donald Trump. Musk’s America PAC reportedly plans to focus on Senate races in at least eight states, along with several House races, as Republicans are at risk of losing their slim majorities in both chambers this year.Six Trump-linked companies have denied any involvement in the controversial IRS agreement that appears to give the president and his affiliates broad legal immunity, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., said Wednesday, including Kalshi, Polymarket, and Trump Media and Technology Group. Five firms “refused to respond” to the inquiry, Warren said, as the deal threatens to sink Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general.Daily Cover StoryThe Best Places To Retire Abroad In 2026Vlorë, AlbaniaEmily M. WilsonA growing number of Americans are retiring abroad in search of lower costs, a different lifestyle and often a friendlier political environment.As of the last official count (from the end of 2024), 712,000 Americans received Social Security benefits abroad, up 20% over 13 years. But many more, surveys suggest, are giving it serious consideration these days.To help those contemplating a foreign move get started, Forbes has picked 96 attractive retirement locales across 24 different countries on five continents. Twelve of the 24 countries are European. Two on the list are first-timers: Mauritius and Vietnam (the only still-Communist country on the roster).In making our choices, we took into account the relative cost of living, taxes, healthcare quality and costs, ease of getting back to see relatives, crime and political instability, and social isolation, especially if English isn’t widely spoken and you’re not fluent in the dominant language. We also considered how difficult it is to obtain permission to stay in a country for an extended period.This list also takes into account climate change and natural hazard risk abroad. That’s the main reason why the Philippines and Indonesia aren’t on the list. These Pacific Ocean island nations remain No. 1 and 2 (the worst) by a wide margin among 193 countries in the latest World Risk Report compiled under the auspices of the United Nations. (The U.S. comes in at No. 20.) The global warming that has intensified well-publicized wildfires in France and Spain has also led us to adjust some of our picks within Europe; Bordeaux, for example, is off our list.WHY IT MATTERS “Our idea is to provide a sense of what’s out there, what’s doable and how to find other information,” says Forbes Senior Contributor William P. Barrett. “There’s no question a foreign retirement looks more appealing to many folks.” MORE The Forbes Guide To Planning For A Foreign RetirementFacts + CommentsShowings of “The Odyssey” in IMAX 70mm have been extended by a month, as screenings sold out seven weeks in advance for some theaters during its initial run. It is the first movie to be shot entirely in IMAX—meaning it maintains a large aspect ratio for its full duration:September 16: When IMAX 70mm screenings of the movie will run through25: The number of theaters in the U.S. capable of showing the film in the premium format$700 million: How much money “The Odyssey” pulled in at the global box office as of Wednesday, after 12 days in theatersStrategy + SuccessIn such a challenging job market, receiving an offer can feel like the light at the end of the tunnel—but accepting is not a decision you should make lightly. Some signs that you may want to turn down an offer might be a lack of clarity on what you’re walking into, if something about leadership gives you pause or a workplace culture that seems unhealthy. And remember that the job should move you forward toward your career goals.VideoQuizBroadway is facing increasing financial strain, with another high-profile show announcing its closure. Which musical is it?A. “The Great Gatsby”B. “Cats: The Jellicle Ball”C. “The Lost Boys”D. “The Book of Mormon”Check your answer.Thanks for reading! This edition of Forbes Daily was edited by Sarah Whitmire and Chris Dobstaff.