📉 The VK Company (VKCO) has reported a new record low, marking a significant downturn for the firm. For more details, visit here.

🎤 Analysts suggest that the only way to save the IMOEX index is through a performance by Kanye West at the Gazprom Arena. The current economic climate poses significant challenges, and such an event could potentially boost market sentiment. For more details, visit this link.

🌟 Some experts believe that the HYPE token currently resembles the BNB token in 2021, just before its parabolic growth began. For more details, check out the presentation.

🚀 Bernstein has updated its forecasts for BTC. The predictions indicate that BTC could reach $100,000 by the end of 2026, $200,000 by mid-2027, and potentially $300,000 by 2029.

🌟 BNB Chain has joined Mastercard's crypto partnership program. This collaboration aims to enhance the integration of cryptocurrency within the financial ecosystem, providing users with more opportunities to engage with digital assets. The partnership is expected to drive innovation and facilitate smoother transactions in the crypto space. For more information, visit Mastercard.

🌥️ Cotton prices have reached their highest levels in two years.

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The United States will release the PCE Price Index for July at 15:30 MSK. This will be followed by a preliminary report on the GDP for the second quarter of 2026, also at 15:30 MSK. In addition, Durable Goods Orders for July will be announced at the same time.

🚨 The United States has reported a preliminary GDP growth of 1.5% for the second quarter of 2026, matching expectations but down from a previous estimate of 2.1%. This figure reflects ongoing economic trends and adjustments in forecasts. For more details, visit here.

🚨🇺🇸 Inflation Report: PCE Price Index for July shows a month-over-month increase of +0.2%, surpassing expectations of +0.1% and up from the previous -0.1%. Year-over-year, inflation stands at +3.7%, slightly above the anticipated +3.6% and unchanged from last month. The core PCE remains steady at +3.3% year-over-year, aligning with forecasts and previous figures.

🚨 The United States has reported an increase in Durable Goods Orders for July, showing a rise of 1.1% month-over-month. This figure surpassed expectations of 0.4% and is an improvement from the previous month's growth of 0.3%.

🚫🛢 Iran has announced that the agreement with Oman regarding the Hormuz Strait has not yet been finalized or signed.

🎉 The 25th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) will take place from June 16 to 19, 2027.

📈🇺🇸 Meta shares rose by 4% after the company reached a settlement with U.S. authorities regarding the harmful effects of social media. As part of the agreement, Meta will pay $16.7 billion.

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🛢 Trump stated that Hormuz is operational and that a significant amount of oil passes through it.

🛢 Trump stated, "We have cleared the mines. The Hormuz Strait is operational. Yes, from time to time a drone or missile may fly over it, or something else, but it is a well-functioning strait. A lot of oil passes through it."

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🇷🇺 The consensus forecast indicates that ALROSA's EBITDA for the first half of the year will decline by 61% year-on-year, reaching 14.5 billion. Free cash flow is expected to be negative. The report is scheduled for release on August 27.

🌟 Meta saw a 4% increase following the announcement of a settlement with U.S. authorities regarding the harm caused by social media. However, the company later clarified that it will pay $16.7 billion, which will impact its results for the upcoming quarter. *designated as extremist and banned in Russia

🚨🇨🇦🇺🇸 Former President Trump has labeled Canada as one of the worst countries for business. In response, Ontario Premier Doug Ford urged Trump to "kiss my big a**."

🌍 Concerns are rising regarding the IMOEX as statements emerge: "The war between the US and Iran will conclude fairly soon," and "The Strait of Hormuz is a well-functioning passage, through which a significant amount of oil flows." Additionally, speculation surrounds the potential outcomes of the CIA director's visit to Russia, suggesting that something significant may arise from it.

💥🇷🇺 The United States has extended for another year the possibility of importing Russian-origin diamonds, according to the OFAC license.