The price of Brent crude oil approached the $100 per barrel level for the first time in six weeks. Since early this month, prices have increased by nearly 10%, driven by U.S.-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian energy infrastructure. Market analysts expect the price to potentially return to the $100–120 per barrel range, depending on any further escalation of conflicts in the Middle East. — Kommersant

Alrosa expects a low level of global diamond production in the coming years. This trend is anticipated to contribute to an increase in the prices of precious stones.

Oil markets remain tense as sirens sound in Khamis Mushayt, southwestern Saudi Arabia, underscoring ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Discussion regarding the full restoration of logistics centers damaged by Ukrainian forces remains premature. As the logistics sector undergoes reorganization, new facilities are being introduced while others are being phased out. Minpromtorg, TASS

The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has announced a tender for the procurement of 150,000 winter jackets for women. Previously, former Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov advocated for the consideration of mobilizing women into the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Reports suggest that military leadership has begun preparations for the potential mobilization of women in spring 2027. However, Ukrainian authorities have denied rumors regarding an imminent mobilization of women.

Sber Bank has reported a 19% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first eight months of 2026, totaling 1,332.7 billion rubles. In August, the bank's net profit under RAS rose by 14.2%, reaching 169.1 billion rubles.

Russian pharmaceutical company Promomed has introduced tirzepatide, a medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity, marking the first drug of its kind available on the Kazakhstani market. More details here.

Google plans to invest 13 billion euros in AI infrastructure in Finland during 2027-2028.

Nokia's shares are scheduled to re-enter the Euro Stoxx 50 index on September 21.

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expressed concerns regarding the volume of Ukrainian orders placed in Germany. He highlighted that Germany is a leading contributor of financial and military assistance to Kyiv and must justify the associated expenditures to German taxpayers. Wadephul emphasized that Ukraine's military orders should provide greater benefits to Germany's defense industry.

🛢️ Brent oil prices have surpassed $100 per barrel. Experts suggest that misinformation may be disseminated via former President Trump's social media platform, Truth Social, and the news outlet Axios, potentially aimed at influencing oil prices downward. Announcements under consideration include possible peace talks with Iran and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, among other developments.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Russia (AmCham Russia) has expressed support for the proposal to hold a trilateral business forum involving Russia, the United States, and Germany, according to AmCham President Robert Agee, as reported to TASS.

🇺🇦 On September 15, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will participate in a roundtable discussion on Ukraine at the Diplomatic Academy, as announced by the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Former OpenAI and Anthropic researcher Jacob Koxon has departed from the AI industry, citing concerns that the competitive race to develop AI systems could pose an existential threat to humanity. He expressed apprehension that some AI developers believe these technologies might lead to human extinction by the end of the decade. Further information can be found in the article from the Wall Street Journal.

In August 2026, the Russian budget recorded revenues of 691 billion rubles from dividend payments, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Russia's federal budget deficit for January-August 2026 is provisionally reported at 5.8 trillion rubles, equivalent to 2.5% of GDP, according to the Ministry of Finance. For further details, please refer to the official release.

In recent remarks, CZ recommended that governments consider incorporating both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) into their national cryptocurrency reserves.

Gas prices in Europe have risen above $950, reaching their highest level since December 2022.

Starting July 2027, the Federal Tax Service of Russia will be authorized to monitor devices of digital ruble holders, according to Izvestia. The data provided to tax authorities will include IP and MAC addresses, phone numbers, SIM cards, and other device identifiers. For more information, please refer to the source.

Russia is considering legalizing the transfer of shares to company employees. The State Duma will review legislation intended to motivate company staff through share ownership, according to Izvestia.

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