๐จ India has maintained its central bank interest rate at 5.25%, consistent with previous expectations. The decision reflects the current economic conditions, with no changes from earlier rates.
๐จ China has released its July economic data. The Composite PMI stands at 50.8, down from the previous 53.6. Meanwhile, the Services PMI has also declined to 50.4, compared to 54.1 earlier.
โ ๏ธ๐ฎ๐ณ India's Services PMI for July has dropped to 53.3, down from the previous 57.4. The Composite PMI also saw a decline, now at 54.3 compared to the earlier 57.1.
โ ๏ธ๐ฎ๐ท In a recent interview with Fox News, former President Donald Trump stated that he has plenty of time for negotiations with Iran when asked about deadlines.
๐จ๐ท๐บ The number of defaults on bonds is expected to double by 2026, according to a report by Izvestia. Investors are increasingly facing payment delays or omissions, with companies projected to miss or delay payments 48 times by the end of 2026, significantly up from 2025.
โ ๏ธ๐ฏ๐ต Minutes from the recent Bank of Japan meeting reveal that the economy is progressing as per the baseline forecast. However, there are risks that inflation may exceed the 2% target. Inflation expectations are rising, and the real interest rate remains unusually low by global standards, necessitating adjustments considering the inflation growth risks.
๐บ๐ธ The Trump administration has returned over $100 billion in tariffs following a Supreme Court ruling, as reported by the Financial Times. Trump had previously promised to recover all potential losses stemming from the court's decision and has begun imposing new tariffs on various countries under different pretenses.
๐ Following the latest earnings reports, notable stock movements were observed. SpaceX saw a decline of 7.5%, while AMD dropped by 9%. In contrast, Booking surged by 5.5%, and Wynn Resorts climbed 5%. Bed Bath & Beyond fell by 10%, and both Amgen and Gilead remained unchanged. ViaSat and Lucid experienced declines of 9% and 8%, respectively. Pinterest and Match Group each dropped 9% and 10%. Mosaic decreased by 1%, while Trivago rose by 6%.
๐ This morning, several major companies released their financial reports. Heineken, Siemens Energy, BioNTech, Novo Nordisk, and Honda all provided updates on their performance. For more details, visit their respective websites.
๐ท๐บ Russian fertilizer exports are expected to remain stable or see slight growth in 2026, according to experts. The potash fertilizer sector is anticipated to maintain a consistent situation through the end of the year, as it is not reliant on logistics through the Strait of Hormuz. โ ะช
โ ๏ธ๐ท๐บ Sales of new cars in Russia have sharply slowed, with July witnessing the smallest growth since February. The main factor contributing to this decline is the diminishing impact of last year's low sales base. Additionally, demand has been negatively affected by fuel accessibility issues, reduced discounts on popular models, and the vacation period for consumers. For more information, visit Kommersant.
๐ท๐บ On August 11, T-Technologies is set to release its IFRS financial report for the first quarter of 2026.
๐จ The Russian economy shows mixed signals as the July Services PMI rose to 49, up from 48.2, while the Composite PMI also improved to 49.6, compared to 48.9 previously. These indicators suggest a slight recovery in the services sector amidst ongoing economic challenges.
โ ๏ธ๐ช๐บ๐ท๐บ The European Union's 22nd sanctions package against Russia will focus on combating the circumvention of existing restrictions. The European Commission is currently preparing the project, which is expected to be approved ahead of the Foreign Affairs Council meeting on October 12. For more details, visit Izvestia.
๐ท๐บ On September 21, the Moscow Financial Forum (MFF-2026) will take place, bringing together key players in the financial sector. This event aims to discuss current market trends and strategies for the future. Experts and industry leaders will share insights and foster collaboration among participants.