๐จ The Hill reports that if the U.S. government shutdown extends beyond mid-October, it could negatively impact the U.S. economy. According to AFP, the shutdown may last for weeks, raising concerns among lawmakers and economists alike.
๐ฎ๐ณ๐ท๐บ India plans to purchase five additional S-400 missile systems from Russia, according to the Hindustan Times.
โ ๏ธ๐ซ๐ท The CAC index has dropped by 2% amid ongoing developments in the French government. Concerns about political stability are affecting investor sentiment as the situation evolves.
๐ Goldman Sachs has raised its copper price forecast for 2026 to $10,500 per ton, up from $10,000. The firm anticipates prices will remain above $10,000 in 2025 following an accident at the Grasberg mine in Indonesia, one of the world's largest copper mines. Additionally, Goldman expects the global copper market to shift to a deficit by 2028, with prices exceeding $11,000 per ton.
๐จ A collapse occurred at the "Erunakovskaya-8" mine, part of PAO "Raspadskaya", on Sunday, leading to a suspension of coal production. The Kemerovo region's Ministry of Coal Industry confirmed the incident to Interfax.
๐ AstraZeneca has signed a contract for the development of gene-editing methods using artificial intelligence. The collaboration aims to enhance the pharmaceutical company's capabilities in genetic research and innovation. For more details, visit the Financial Times article here.
๐จ Aston Martin has downgraded its annual forecast and now anticipates a loss for the year 2025. The company's shares have fallen by 8%, reflecting investor concerns about its financial outlook.
โ ๏ธ๐ช๐บ NATO exercises near Russia's borders are becoming increasingly aggressive. EU countries are preparing for a potential military confrontation with Russia, according to Grushko from TASS.
โ ๏ธ๐ช๐บ๐ท๐บ Moscow's response to potential confiscation of assets in Europe will be severe, with preliminary preparations already conducted, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry.
๐จ The federal budget for 2026-2028 must be "muscular," according to Matviyenko. Key priorities include support for the Armed Forces of Russia, ensuring public safety, and fulfilling all social commitments.
๐ On October 7, President Vladimir Putin is set to engage in numerous international phone conversations to mark his birthday, according to the Kremlin.