🇷🇺 RusHydro is scheduled to receive 450 billion rubles in support measures over the next five years. The company intends to maintain its investment program in 2027 at the same level as in the previous two years. An additional 170 billion rubles will be obtained through the liberalization mechanism for hydroelectric power plants. According to board member Roman Berdnikov at the Eastern Economic Forum, RusHydro has no plans to construct new thermal power plants in the Far East.

India has increased its purchases of Russian ESPO oil, according to Kommersant.

India has increased its purchases of Russian ESPO crude oil, according to Kommersant.

Following the release of earnings reports, Dell Technologies' shares rose by 8%, while Palo Alto Networks' shares declined by 2%.

The CEO of Palo Alto Networks has stated that the current cybersecurity infrastructure is inadequately prepared to address the challenges currently posed by artificial intelligence.

The global stock decline continues, with Asian markets experiencing sustained selling pressure throughout the Asian trading session.

U.S. government bond yields are rising sharply, reaching their highest levels. This development signifies a notable change in the financial landscape.

Gold, silver, and platinum prices are declining amid a strengthening U.S. dollar.

Oil prices are rising amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. In an interview with Fox News, former President Trump reaffirmed his commitment to take decisive action against Iran should the country continue its retaliatory strikes. In response, Iran has pledged to respond firmly to any further U.S. attacks.

Recent stable inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs have shifted to outflows, reflecting mixed market dynamics. Bitcoin is currently consolidating within the $77,000 to $80,000 range. According to monitoring, many investors remain cautious, anticipating a correction before entering the market.

⚠️ 🇷🇺 The Element Group has announced a one-year delay in the launch of its power electronics production. Industry experts regard this postponement as expected given the complexity of the project, according to Kommersant.

In 2025, Armenia enacted a law on European integration, effectively bypassing a referendum on the choice between the European Union and the Eurasian Economic Union, according to Prime Minister Pashinyan during a meeting with President Putin.

🇷🇺 Corporate bond placements in Russia reached a record high in August, with issuers placing bonds totaling more than 875.1 billion rubles, representing a one-third increase compared to the previous year. — Ъ

Financial representatives of the G20 countries have reached an agreement to establish clearer regulatory frameworks for digital assets.

Developer activity in Russia is showing signs of recovery, with the number of project financing deals steadily increasing, according to reports from Sber and TASS.

Elon Musk stated that artificial intelligence and robotics will substantially enhance productivity within the economy.

FESCO has announced the opening of a commercial office in Indonesia.

The State Duma of Russia is not currently considering the introduction of a windfall profits tax on banks, according to Aksakov, as reported by RIA.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Vladivostok to participate in the Eastern Economic Forum. More details.

Trading of perpetual futures on traditional assets, including stocks, is experiencing significant growth on cryptocurrency exchanges. According to a report by Bloomberg, the volume of futures trading on such assets on Binance has increased fifteenfold since its launch earlier this year, reaching $445 billion.

🇷🇺 The Russian Ministry of Finance is allocating resources for a significant diamond purchase from ALROSA in 2026, although the rationale behind this decision has not been disclosed. ALROSA's trading session in August performed strongly, with indications of increased demand, including for smaller stones, according to Moiseev, IF.