π·πΊ The Central Bank of Russia has revised its estimate of the country's external debt as of July 1, reducing it to $320.8 billion from the previous figure of $323.0 billion.
π« Cocoa futures are declining due to rising stock levels in Ghana, according to BBG. Hedge funds are shorting the commodity.
β οΈπ’ OPEC+ will discuss increasing oil production from 411,000 to 500,000 barrels per day during its meeting on October 5, according to RTRS.
π The Sandbox is set to launch a new network called SANDchain. This development aims to enhance the platform's capabilities and user experience, marking a significant step in its evolution within the crypto space. For more details, visit The Sandbox.
π The Chief Investment Officer of Bitwise has stated that Tether could surpass Saudi Aramco in profits, potentially becoming the most profitable company in history. This assertion highlights the growing influence and financial power of the cryptocurrency sector. As Tether continues to expand its operations, the implications for traditional financial giants could be significant. For more details, visit Bitwise.
πΊπΈ Donald Trump declared that the U.S. military is "back" and promised that there will be no more issues like those experienced under Biden and others.
πΊπΈ Former President Donald Trump announced plans to modernize the United States' nuclear arsenal. During a recent event, he emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong national defense and ensuring the country's nuclear capabilities remain effective. The proposal reflects ongoing discussions about national security and military preparedness in the face of evolving global threats.
π¨ The United States has reported the Chicago PMI for September, registering at 40.6, which falls short of the expected 43.4 and is down from the previous figure of 41.5.
β οΈπͺπΊπΊπ¦ The Telegraph reports that Europe aims to establish an air defense shield over Kyiv. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to bolster security in the region amidst rising geopolitical tensions. The proposed shield is intended to enhance protection for the Ukrainian capital and its inhabitants, highlighting Europeβs commitment to supporting Ukraine during these challenging times.
πΊπΈ Former President Donald Trump is set to announce a deal with Pfizer regarding drug pricing, according to the Washington Post.
π¨ The Consumer Confidence Index for the United States in September has been released, showing a score of 94.2. This figure falls short of expectations, which were set at 96, and marks a decrease from the previous month's score of 97.4.
π¨ The United States has reported that the number of job openings in the JOLTS survey for August reached 7.227 million, surpassing expectations of 7.190 million and slightly down from the previous figure of 7.208 million.
β οΈπ·πΊ Shadayev announced an increase in insurance contribution rates for IT companies. The Minister stated that for many years, authorities expanded support for the IT sector as long as it was feasible. However, due to "current budget constraints," it has been decided to raise the rates for insurance contributions for IT companies to 15%.
π¨ The SEC has acknowledged that DePIN tokens are "principally" outside of its jurisdiction. This decision marks a significant development in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency in the United States.
πΆ Daniel Ek, the founder of Spotify, has announced his resignation as CEO. The news comes as the company's stock experiences a decline of 5%.
π Robinhood is exploring the possibility of launching an offshore prediction market outside the United States, according to Bloomberg.
ποΈ President Vladimir Putin emphasized the need to continue supporting the construction sector in Russia during a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin on Tuesday.