🍷 The government has resumed discussions on a bill allowing the sale of Russian wine through "Post of Russia" and marketplaces, according to the Ministry of Finance.

💎 President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree to establish a diamond cutting cluster in the regions of Yakutia and Smolensk. This initiative aims to enhance the diamond processing industry in Russia, promoting economic growth and development in these areas. The government is expected to provide support and resources to facilitate this project. For more information, visit this link.

✈️ Apollo has agreed to acquire EasyJet for £5.7 billion.

📈 The Central Bank of Russia has updated the requirements for securities listing. New regulations propose a minimum volume for initial public offerings (IPOs) based on the issuer's equity. Companies planning to go public must engage at least two independent analysts for fair valuation and obtain stock ratings from two credit agencies post-IPO. The rules will also incorporate best practices in corporate governance, detailing board member independence and mandatory committees. Additionally, all investor-relevant information will be consolidated. release

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🛢 The U.S. natural gas inventory data from the EIA is set to be released at 17:30 Moscow time.

🛢🇹🇯 Tajikistan tripled its fuel imports from neighboring countries in July, compensating for a decline in supplies from Russia, according to RTRS.

✈️ President Putin has signed a decree permitting the privatization of Sheremetyevo Airport. This move marks a significant shift in the management of one of Russia's busiest airports, opening the door for potential private investment and operational changes. Further details on the privatization process are expected to emerge in the coming weeks.

💥 The SPCX index has seen a notable increase of 5%. Investors are closely watching this upward trend as market dynamics continue to evolve. For more detailed insights, visit this link.

🚨🛢🇺🇸 US Gas Supplies - EIA reports an increase of +33 BCF (expected +30 BCF / previously +28 BCF).

⚠️🛢 The Houthi movement has issued a statement warning Saudi Arabia of an impending conflict. They claim that Saudi forces are preparing for war while the blockade continues. In a recent large-scale operation, the Houthis targeted Saudi-linked forces in Yemen. Additionally, they urged individuals, whom they allege were misled by Yemeni leaders, to abandon enemy camps in Saudi Arabia and return home before it’s too late.

⚠️🇮🇷 Iran threatens to strike Gulf states if the U.S. launches new attacks. The Iranian government warned that any further U.S. aggression towards its territory would result in retaliatory measures targeting key energy infrastructure in the region. For more details, visit RTRS.

🇷🇺 The exchange rate of the Chinese Yuan to Russian Ruble (CNYRUB) has reached 12.10.

🛢🇷🇺 Russia's oil and condensate production increased by approximately 100,000 barrels per day in July compared to June, surpassing 9 million barrels per day, according to sources from RTRS.

🌍 PROMOMED has completed the development of one of the most advanced HIV therapy schemes, previously unavailable in Russia. The new method promises to enhance treatment options for patients. For more details, visit the release.

🚀 BlackRock has reported daily inflows into its BTC ETF throughout this week.

⚠️🇺🇸🇨🇺 The United States has imposed new sanctions on Cuba, which now extend to China and Russia — release.

🇺🇸 Demand for new bonds issued by Alphabet is gaining traction. Investors are showing interest in these financial instruments as the tech giant continues to expand its portfolio. The bond issuance comes at a time when Alphabet is exploring various funding options to support its growth initiatives. For more details, visit here.

💰 Demand for Alphabet's new $25 billion bond issue has surpassed $115 billion. The interest in artificial intelligence remains strong as the company seeks funding for AI projects. In its recent report, Google raised its capital expenditure forecast for AI. However, expenses related to AI led Alphabet to experience its first-ever negative free cash flow in the second quarter of 2026.

🚨🛢 Fars reports that the Iran-Oman agreement regarding the Hormuz Strait is currently under review in the Iranian parliament. The draft legislation is still undergoing expert analysis, with requests for recommendations to refine it. The bill proposes fines up to 20% of cargo value for violations. US and Israeli vessels are prohibited from passing through the strait under the agreement. North and south corridors of the strait will be eliminated, with ships entering through a corridor near Iran and exiting near Oman. Transit fees will be defined as part of the service charge.

🛢 Oil prices surged, with Brent crude surpassing $82 a barrel. This increase reflects ongoing market dynamics and geopolitical factors influencing global oil supply and demand. Investors are closely monitoring developments that may impact future pricing trends. For more information, visit this link.

🚀 SberInvestments has announced a significant change: from August 4 until the end of the year, all brokerage commissions for buying and selling all exchange-traded investment funds (BPIFs) will be eliminated. 🔥 This 0% commission now applies not only to First Asset Management funds but to all market funds. The exchange commission remains unchanged at either 0% or 0.02%, depending on the transaction type. ⚡️ Recently, the company also waived brokerage fees for IPO participation and initial bond placements. Check out all the funds in the SberInvestments app at this link.