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Kostin expects the Russian Central Bank to raise its key interest rate at the upcoming meeting, diverging from market forecasts, reports TASS. Gref believes the Bank of Russia still has room to cut rates despite rising inflation, attributing the increase primarily to supply shocks caused by capacity losses from drone attacks rather than a surge in demand. He stated that this situation does not require a change in monetary policy, according to Vedomosti.

Negotiations on the route and commercial terms for supplies via "Power of Siberia 2" are underway between companies, with discussions scheduled for tomorrow at the intergovernmental commission, Novak said, according to Vesti.

Russia’s Construction Ministry Vice Minister Nikita Stasishin has assured that the developer bankruptcy situation is under control. He stated there are no critical issues related to developer bankruptcies in the country, according to RIA Novosti.

Vice President J.D. Vance scheduled to hold media briefing today in role as White House Press Secretary.

The United States will publish its Initial Jobless Claims and July trade balance figures at 3:30 PM Moscow time.

Up to 80% of Russia's cross-border transactions with international partners are now conducted through alternative channels rather than traditional banking infrastructure, according to Igor Gorin, First Deputy General Director of the international settlement system A7.

The transaction volume of the Russian ruble stablecoin, A7A5, is rapidly increasing, according to data from Dune.

China to Expand Investment Ties with Russia, Xinhua Reports

U.S. gas inventories increased by 30 billion cubic feet, matching expectations and marking a significant rise from the prior week’s 15 billion cubic feet gain, according to the latest EIA report.

Canadian Prime Minister Carney announced that Via vehicles will be produced domestically for the first time in 40 years, reversing the move to shift manufacturing to the U.S. amidst pressure from former President Trump. Previously, these cars were manufactured in the United States.

Russia’s Finance Ministry has emphasized that Deputy Finance Minister Alexey Moiseev has stated the government does not sell assets during market lows. In an interview with RBC, Moiseev affirmed, “We have never sold at bargain prices.” Companies slated for privatization or share placement include AFLT, NMTP, and TRNFP. More details are available in the interview.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he has received confirmation from Whitkoff and Kushner and expects their visit to Kyiv and Moscow in the coming days.

Major space firms, including those led by Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, along with rocket manufacturer Stock Space and startup Starcloud, which plans to establish the first data center in space, have declined to participate in the September 9-10 space summit in Paris, Politico reports.

The United States has stated it will not engage in discussions with Iran until attacks on vessels cease, according to Vance.

Former President Donald Trump has called for an end to the conflict in Ukraine, stating that he simply wants the war to conclude.

The legislation imposing severe sanctions on Russia has encountered delays amid growing opposition within the U.S. House of Representatives. Legislation is now likely to remain stalled until after the November midterm elections. Critics warn that the bill could expand President Trump's authority to impose tariffs and exacerbate oil price pressures. Read more

U.S. reports indicate that the upcoming foldable iPhone Ultra is expected to be priced at $2,499, based on a leak from Vodafone’s Australian unit.

Weitcoff and Kushner to Visit Moscow Before Kyiv, Source Says

Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global, the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, is reportedly preparing to divest a substantial portion of its U.S. Treasury holdings, according to CNBC.

Volkswagen shares rose 5% amid a rally driven by plans for a "restructuring of the century."