⚠️ The Moscow Exchange Index (IMOEX) has dropped below 2650.

🚨🇷🇺 Shareholders of EUROTRAN have approved dividends for the first half of 2025 at a rate of 8.18 RUB per share, which includes 3 RUB per share for the second quarter. The cut-off date for eligibility is set for October 20.

🚨 Ahead

The U.S. oil inventory data from the EIA is set to be released at 17:30 Moscow time. Previously, the API reported a decrease in inventories by -3.674M.

⚠️🇺🇸 Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Mike Johnson stated, "We can't do anything to make the continuing resolution better for the Democrats." The House is set to return next week.

🛢️ The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports a rise in crude oil inventories, with stocks increasing by 1.792 million barrels. This figure surpasses analysts' expectations of a 1.500 million barrel increase and follows a previous decrease of 0.607 million barrels. For detailed information, visit the EIA website.

📈 The total trading volume on the Moscow Exchange (MOEX) in September 2025 increased by 36.5% year-on-year, reaching 162.7 trillion rubles. For more details, see the report.

🇺🇸 Google is set to reduce its workforce in the cloud division, according to Insider. The company’s decision reflects ongoing adjustments within its business strategy as it navigates a competitive market. More details regarding the number of layoffs and the impact on operations are yet to be disclosed.

✨ The total open interest in SOL futures on the CME exchange has surged tenfold in just two months. Issuers are preparing for the approval of a spot SOL ETF as early as next week.

🚨 EUROPEAN UNION - RUSSIA

For the first time in 11 years, State Duma deputies met with their colleagues from the European Parliament via video conference. The discussion included the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the restoration of cooperation between Russia and European nations, according to the press service of the State Duma Committee.

🇦🇪🇷🇺 The Mubadala Fund from the UAE is now the largest foreign shareholder of Sberbank, according to CEO German Gref.

✴️ A tokenized money market fund, Circle's USYC, has been launched on the Solana network.

🌟 Cryptorank has released its latest report highlighting the top networks based on the growth of Total Value Locked (TVL) in September 2025. This analysis sheds light on the performance of various blockchain ecosystems, showcasing their ability to attract and retain capital. For detailed insights, visit the full report at Cryptorank.

🚨 Russia is developing a plan to seize foreign assets if the European Union takes any action regarding the frozen assets of the Russian Federation, according to BBG.

⚠️🇪🇺🇷🇺 European officials have announced that the EU is preparing to lift sanctions on assets linked to Oleg Deripaska. This move aims to compensate Raiffeisen Bank International of Austria for losses incurred in Russia. The EU plans to transfer assets worth €2 billion associated with Deripaska to Raiffeisen Bank. — FT

🌟 Russia was among the first countries to institutionalize the market for digital assets, but has since fallen behind, mired in debates about how to achieve quality without quantity. In the digital market, it is crucial to regulate experience rather than the future, believes the head of the supervisory board of Moscow Exchange, as reported in Vedomosti.

🚨 Russia's Services PMI has dropped to 47, down from the previous 50, indicating a contraction in the sector. This decline reflects ongoing challenges within the Russian economy. For more details, visit this link.

📉 Russia's economic indicators show a decline as the Services PMI dropped to 47, down from 50. The Composite PMI also fell to 46.6, compared to the previous figure of 49.1. These statistics reflect ongoing challenges in the Russian economy.

⚠️🇺🇦 The Financial Times reports that the United States will provide Ukraine with new intelligence to enable longer-range strikes on Russian territory. Meanwhile, Britain is already assisting Ukraine in planning and executing attacks deeper into Russia.

⚠️🇺🇦 Former President Donald Trump may approve the transfer of additional intelligence to Ukraine to assist Kyiv in striking oil and gas facilities in Russia, according to NBC News.

⚠️❗️ Chief analyst Viktor Veselov warns, "Investors should exercise caution on Friday."

📈 Financial flows for the week, according to BofA/EPFR data, show a record inflow of $9.3 billion into tech stocks. Emerging market stocks also saw significant inflows of $8.4 billion, marking the seventh consecutive week of gains. Global bonds attracted $19.9 billion, with U.S. bonds bringing in $7.5 billion, the sixth largest weekly inflow on record. Cash holdings increased by $20.8 billion, while gold saw an inflow of $5.9 billion, and cryptocurrency attracted $2.9 billion.