🚨🇨🇳🇮🇷 China is set to transfer missile systems to Iran, according to The Telegraph. This move marks a significant development in geopolitical dynamics, potentially impacting regional security. The implications of this transfer are yet to be fully understood, but it underscores the strengthening ties between the two nations. Further details on the specifics of the missile systems and the timeline for the transfer remain to be seen.
🌐 The State Duma has not discussed the blocking of Telegram or recognizing the messaging service as an extremist platform, stated Oleg Matveychev, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Information Policy, in an interview with "Zvezda."
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U.S. oil inventories are set to be released by the EIA at 17:30 Moscow time. The API reported an increase of 3.296 million barrels in its inventory data.
U.S. oil inventories are set to be released by the EIA at 17:30 Moscow time. The API reported an increase of 3.296 million barrels in its inventory data.
🚨🛢️🇺🇸 EIA REPORT ON OIL: CRUDE inventories have decreased by 7.167 million barrels, contrasting with expectations of a 0.7 million barrel increase and a prior rise of 2.01 million barrels.
🇷🇺 Lukoil's net profit under RAS for the first half of the year reached 361.96 billion rubles, compared to 327.7 billion rubles in the same period last year.
🌟 The Central Bank of Russia has established rules for margin trading of cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Both qualified and non-qualified investors will be allowed to engage in margin transactions. However, non-qualified investors will face limits on cryptocurrency operations, which will be determined by the Central Bank. For more details, visit the official release.
⚠️🇺🇸 Mortgage rates in the United States have risen to a yearly high. The rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage has increased to 6.76%, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).
⚠️🇮🇷 A potential conflict between the U.S. and Iran may extend for several months due to a deadlock surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, according to current and former U.S. military officials. The situation remains complex, impacting regional stability and oil markets. For more details, visit BBG. 🛢
🚨🇺🇸🇷🇺 A bill proposing "hellish sanctions" against Russia will not be passed until at least September 2026, as the Senate has adjourned after voting. Even if the bill is approved by the Senate, it will still require approval from the House of Representatives, which will take additional time. Furthermore, the bill may fail altogether, as many senators oppose it due to concerns that it grants too much unilateral power to Trump regarding decisions on sanctions and tariffs. — POLITICO
✈️ Airbus reported its second-quarter adjusted EBIT of €2.43 billion, surpassing estimates of €2.18 billion. The company's performance reflects strong operational efficiency and demand in the aerospace sector. Investors remain optimistic as Airbus continues to navigate the challenges of the global market. For more details, visit this link.
🚀 Bison Bank has made history as the first cryptocurrency bank in Portugal to receive a MiCA license. This milestone marks a significant step in the country's financial landscape, paving the way for greater integration of digital assets in the banking sector.
🚫🛢 A floating LNG storage facility, owned by the United States and operating under the flag of the Marshall Islands, was attacked by a drone off the coast of Egypt, according to Ambrey.
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🇷🇺 Russia's consumer inflation (CPI) data for the week will be released at 19:00 Moscow time.
🇷🇺 Russia's consumer inflation (CPI) data for the week will be released at 19:00 Moscow time.
📈 Russia's GDP grew by 0.9% year-on-year in the second quarter, according to the Ministry of Economic Development. For the first half of the year, the growth rate stands at 0.3% year-on-year.
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The US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will hold a meeting at 21:00 Moscow time, followed by a press conference at 21:30. The consensus indicates that the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain the interest rate at 3.75%. However, former President Trump has expressed a desire for a rate cut and recently hinted at this to Waller.
The US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will hold a meeting at 21:00 Moscow time, followed by a press conference at 21:30. The consensus indicates that the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain the interest rate at 3.75%. However, former President Trump has expressed a desire for a rate cut and recently hinted at this to Waller.
🔥🇺🇸 The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has maintained the Federal Reserve's interest rate at 3.75%. The current rate matches expectations and remains unchanged from previous levels. The Federal Reserve cited that inflation has risen due to external shocks impacting the economy.