Republican senators have released an updated version of the CLARITY Act, describing it as their final proposal to Democrats. Yesterday, Senate Democrats convened an emergency meeting to discuss the bill. A Senate vote is expected on September 15. Further details are available here.
The transportation cost of oil from Black Sea ports has reached a record high, according to a report by Kommersant.
Vladimir Putin has indicated that European gas prices may increase to $1,500 per 1,000 cubic meters.
Former President Trump stated that CIA Director John Ratcliffe is extensively involved in all aspects of the negotiations concerning Ukraine.
RBC is considering increasing its stake in the advertising platform Hyper AdTech to 100%. The acquisition of the remaining 40% is estimated to cost between 300 million and 650 million rubles. A full buyout of the platform would enable RBC to remove another strategic investor who may be a potential competitor. — Ъ
Russia will suspend gas supplies to Armenia for 11 days due to pipeline maintenance, according to TASS.
The price of coking coal has increased by more than 25% since early August, reaching mid-September levels comparable to those observed in spring 2024.
The Moscow Exchange expects an increase in liquidity during an additional trading hour, according to Boris Blokhin's statement on Radio RBC.
Shell indicated that the loss of 20 million tons of LNG from the Middle East will be largely offset by supplies from the United States. Some analysts suggest that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and other transport corridors may be part of a long-term strategy aimed at increasing the U.S. share in the global energy market. Amid the Middle Eastern blockades, former President Trump continues to offer U.S. oil and LNG to key global buyers, positioning them as a viable alternative.
GSK announced that its lung cancer drug, Jideytro, met the primary endpoint in its clinical study, with 94% of patients experiencing complete or partial tumor regression.
Iran has published a list of 77 vessels that violated shipping regulations in the Strait of Hormuz. These ships may face consequences, including potential confiscation if they attempt to navigate the area again.
🇩🇪🇺🇦 According to party leader Alice Weidel, military aid to Kyiv will be immediately suspended if the "AfD" party wins. Additionally, Ukraine will be requested to return all funds previously provided.
🇩🇪🇺🇦 Military assistance to Kyiv will be immediately suspended if the "AfD" party secures victory, stated party leader Alice Weidel. Additionally, Ukraine will be requested to reimburse all funds previously allocated.
The Clarity Act, a significant legislative proposal for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, is scheduled for a critical Senate vote on Tuesday. The bill, which has received strong support from businesses and former President Trump, is currently impeded by opposition from Democratic senators. The result of this vote is expected to have a substantial effect on the cryptocurrency industry. Further information is available on CNBC.
Ukraine's Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, Taras Vysotsky, has announced that the country's sown areas may decrease by one-third. This reduction is attributed to farmers' inability to fully export products following the blockade of key ports, including Odesa, Izmail, and Yuzhny.
Anthropic is planning an initial public offering (IPO) with the goal of raising up to $100 billion, potentially valuing the company at $2 trillion, according to Reuters. If successful, this IPO could become the largest in history. The company has informed investors that it will be profitable for the second consecutive quarter, as reported by the Financial Times.
The European Union is expected to increase military spending in the Arctic, as indicated by European Council President Antonio Costa. This initiative will be incorporated into the forthcoming long-term EU budget.