📊 The NKHP IFRS report for the first quarter of 2026 shows a profit of 689.9 million rubles, a decrease from the profit of 931.1 million rubles reported in the same period last year.

⚠️🇺🇸 Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller has sharply criticized his protégé Bessent's decision to intervene in the U.S. government bond market, calling it a mistake in a recent article for the WSJ. It was previously reported that on the Kalshi platform, bets are increasing that Bessent will mismanage these interventions, a move deemed inadvisable just ahead of the November midterm elections.

🇷🇺 The revenue of "Fabrika PO," part of the Softline Group, increased by 15.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, according to IFRS. For more details, see the full report.

🚀 The volume of Ripple's stablecoin RLUSD has surpassed $2 billion in circulation.

🇺🇸 Nvidia's earnings report is one of the key events for US stocks today. Options positioning indicates a high likelihood of a significant price movement, potentially within 6%, following the report. For more details, visit RTRS.

🇨🇳 Huawei has offered Egypt its top AI chips, prompting the United States to consider a counter-offer, according to BBG.

🛢🇯🇵 Japan plans to support the construction of alternative oil pipelines in the Middle East to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, according to NHK.

💰 The Moscow Exchange has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The net profit reached 15.8 billion rubles, up from 15.1 billion rubles in the same period last year. For more details, refer to the report.

✨ Revolut joins the global stablecoin race, set to launch a euro-backed stablecoin named EURR. The announcement highlights the growing interest in digital currencies and the competitive landscape among financial institutions. For more details, visit the full article here.

🚀 SpaceX plans to construct a $100 billion Starship launch complex in Louisiana, aimed at conducting thousands of flights annually. The first launches are expected to commence in 2029.

🚨 Russian mining giant Nornickel has announced its first dividends in three years, with a payout of 1.85 RUB per share for the first half of 2026. The dividend will be paid on September 30, with the cut-off date set for October 12.

💥🇷🇺 "Expert RA" has upgraded the rating of the bank "DOMRF" to ruAAA.

⚠️🇷🇺 The grain shipment through NKHP has been temporarily halted due to a drone attack. The recovery of the NKHP infrastructure may take between one to four months, according to RTRS.

🚨 NOVATEK has announced its dividends for the first half of 2026, set at 35.5 RUB per share. The record date for shareholders is October 12, following the payment date of September 30.

❗️🇷🇺 The government has approved measures to support businesses affected by attacks from the Ukrainian Armed Forces on Wildberries. For more details, visit this link.

🚨 China’s President Xi Jinping will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Bishkek, as confirmed by the Chinese Foreign Ministry. The summit is scheduled to take place from August 31 to September 1.

🚨 The stock of NKHP has dropped by 5%. The company announced that it will take up to four months to restore the damaged drone infrastructure, according to the information provided.

🚀 The banking associations from 39 U.S. states have announced the formation of BankChain, an industry-owned blockchain network managed by the banking community. The primary focus will be on smart payments, tokenized deposits, stablecoins, and automated settlements. The launch is scheduled for 2027. For more details, visit the news link.

🌟 Copper prices have reached a new record high, signaling significant developments in the metal market. As demand continues to surge, analysts are closely monitoring the factors contributing to this unprecedented rise. For more details, visit this link.

🇷🇺 The Ministry of Finance has announced the agenda for the Moscow Financial Forum 2026, scheduled for September 21 at the Manezh Central Exhibition Hall. One segment of the forum will focus on attracting investments and developing the financial market. For more details, see the official release.

💼 According to BCS, over 90% of companies' free funds are placed for terms ranging from one to 30 days, indicating a preference for short-term investment options. To facilitate this, BCS launched a trading API for legal entities in early summer, allowing companies to connect directly to its brokerage infrastructure. This enables automated trading and investment strategies without the need for manual operations. The API also supports small banks in offering brokerage services to their clients, enhancing investment options while reducing operational costs.