🚨 Uber has announced a 10% reduction in its support staff as a result of implementing AI.
⚠️🇺🇸 U.S. tech stocks are experiencing a sell-off today, particularly among big tech companies. Reports indicate that Google has raised its capex forecast for AI, causing investor concerns about the justification of such expenses. As a result, Alphabet reported its first-ever negative free cash flow in Q2 2026. The stock of GOOGL is down 7%, while the NASDAQ index has fallen by 2%.
🚀 Analysts are divided on Bitcoin's future. Some believe that BTC is poised for significant growth, citing various market indicators. Meanwhile, other analysts predict a downturn for the cryptocurrency, warning of potential challenges ahead. The ongoing debate highlights the volatility and uncertainty that often characterize the crypto market. For more insights, visit here and here.
🇷🇺 The average maximum interest rate on deposits from the top 10 banks in Russia has risen to 12.83%, according to the Central Bank.
⚠️🌍 Former President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Channel 12 that he is considering the possibility of a massive attack on Iran, which he described as potentially larger than any previous military action. Trump indicated that he is close to making a decision on the matter.
❗️🇺🇸 US Trade Representative Greer will announce details on global US tariffs today, according to Levitt. Earlier, the Financial Times reported that Trump may impose a 12.5% tariff on goods from 60 countries as early as this week.
📈 On July 24, the Central Bank will hold a meeting. The unexpected 25 basis point cut in June led to a rise in OFZ yields, surpassing 16% annually for long-term bonds. The current bond market offers an attractive premium over bank deposits, which stand at around 13%. For insights on which bond issues analysts at ATON find appealing, refer to the model bond portfolio in ATON Line. No account setup is required; simply download the app.
💎 De Beers has reported a significant increase in diamond production for the second quarter, rising 1.9 times year-on-year to 7.781 million carats.
💼 The consensus forecast indicates that the net profit of Novatek for the first half of the year is estimated at 217 billion rubles, which is 8% lower compared to the same period last year.
🚨🛢 OPEC+ is expected to decide on August 2 to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in September, according to RTRS.
🚨 OPEC+ countries are expected to decide on completely abandoning voluntary oil production cuts at a meeting on August 2, according to RTRS.
🇺🇸 Former President Donald Trump expressed satisfaction with the investments in Intel (INTC).
🚀 Mike Novogratz has stated that once the CLARITY Act is passed, institutional investors will flood into the market. This anticipated legislation could significantly reshape the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency in the United States, potentially attracting a wave of institutional capital.
⚠️🇷🇺 The European Union has added Vladimir Yevtushenkov, founder and chairman of the Board of Directors of AFK "Sistema", to its sanctions list. This move is part of ongoing measures against individuals linked to certain activities. For further details, refer to the official document by TASS.
⚠️🇷🇺 The European Union has imposed sanctions against "Inter RAO UES", according to a document from TASS.
⚠️🇷🇺 The European Union has imposed sanctions against "Vysochaishego," "Yuzhuralzoloto", and "Pavlika." The official document has been released by TASS.