India has launched a pilot project aimed at the tokenization of corporate bonds.
Bank of America has identified an "excessive calm" in the markets and issued a warning regarding potential volatility spikes. According to data from BofA and EPFR, $14.2 billion has been withdrawn from U.S. equity funds over the past three weeks, representing the largest outflow since January 2026. The combination of rising Treasury yields, oil prices surpassing $100, record increases in diesel prices, investor complacency, and the absence of decisive government action contribute to the conditions for increased market volatility, according to Bank of America.
The International Energy Agency forecasts a growing oil supply deficit by 2026, attributed to a sluggish recovery in Middle Eastern production.
The BRICS countries are the main purchasers of Russian fertilizers, according to PhosAgro CEO Alexander Gilgenberg.
VK is actively reducing its debt. Over the past year and a half, VK's net debt has decreased by more than threefold. By the end of the first half of 2026, the Net Debt/EBITDA ratio stood at 2.3x, reflecting the company's financial stability. VK intends to maintain the Net Debt/EBITDA ratio within a medium-term range of 2-3x. More information is available on the company's website.
No official confirmation has been received from Saudi Arabia concerning the damage to the "East-West" oil pipeline.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened on the sidelines of the BRICS summit to discuss bilateral relations and global matters.
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Gazprom intends to continue increasing gas production in Yamal through the development of onshore and offshore fields, the company announced.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has announced his intention to resign on September 25-26, following his return from the United States. Earlier, President Vucic had consistently expressed concerns that the world is on the verge of a significant conflict.
Iran and Oman have finalized an agreement concerning the shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz. Under the terms of the deal, Iran retains full control over access to the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement with Oman does not constitute an automatic opening of the strait. Iran has conveyed conditions for opening the passage to the United States through intermediaries. Concurrently, Yemeni Houthi forces assert control over the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, stating that only they and Iran hold authority over both strategic straits.
In light of recent incidents involving unauthorized hacking activities by OpenAI's AI agents, Anthropic has recommended that AI companies decelerate their development efforts. Growing concerns highlight that safety protocols are not keeping pace with technological advancements, presenting a considerable risk of AI systems becoming increasingly uncontrollable. Elon Musk has voiced his support for this recommendation.
🌍 The collective advancement of the Global South has become a significant driving force in shaping a multipolar world, stated Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit.
Ukrainian forces reportedly targeted fuel trucks transporting diesel intended for the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant on Friday, according to Rosatom Director General Aleksei Likhachev. This action, directed at Europe’s largest nuclear facility, is considered to carry the risk of triggering a nuclear incident with unforeseeable consequences.
Ukrainian forces conducted a series of coordinated strikes on fuel trucks transporting diesel to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on Friday. Rosatom head Aleksei Likhachev asserted that Kyiv is provoking a nuclear incident at Europe's largest nuclear facility, warning of unpredictable consequences.
Russia is undertaking measures to enhance the security of the Kaliningrad region, according to Dmitry Peskov. This statement responds to Poland's requests for increased NATO exercises in the vicinity.
Lithuanian authorities assert that possessing nuclear weapons would enhance their national security. However, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has cautioned that such actions could potentially increase Lithuania's risk of becoming a target for Russia.
The Ministry of Trade has stated that the storage of goods in Ozon warehouses in Kazakhstan will contribute to the development of logistics, according to a report by TASS.
Key events scheduled for this week include the G20 energy meeting in Houston, commencing on Monday. On Tuesday, the US Senate is expected to vote on the Clarity Act. Wednesday features the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. On Thursday, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will discuss 24/7 trading. The Eurogroup is set to convene on Friday. A notable event on Sunday is the election to the Russian State Duma. For additional information on significant token unlocks this week, please refer to this link.
Former President Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should cease actions that disable diesel production in Russia, arguing that such measures negatively impact the global market. The two leaders have discussed this issue. Trump asserted, "Zelensky needs to cease destroying diesel fuel in Russia. It's creating a diesel shortage. This isn't about the Middle East—it's due to the Russia-Ukraine war," according to DRM News. Diesel prices in the United States are reaching record highs ahead of the midterm Congressional elections.