🇷🇺 The government currently has no plans to divest its controlling stake in "Rusagro". The Russian Agricultural Bank (RSHB) will continue to manage the asset, according to the bank's head, Boris Listov.

⚠️🇪🇺 EU countries have called for the abolition of the veto power in foreign policy matters. The veto system has frequently paralyzed the union's operations in recent years, while the current international situation demands that the EU act swiftly and effectively. A shift from unanimous voting to qualified majority voting has been proposed to enhance decision-making efficiency. — Euronews

⚠️🇪🇺 NATO is moving towards military confrontation with Russia, claims Grushko. "NATO is openly preparing for an aggressive war with Russia, as evidenced by the alliance's actions and rhetoric," he stated.

💎 The extension of the export duty on diamonds in Russia by six months is justified due to the "low levels" of the global diamond market and its prices, stated Aisen Nikolaev, the head of Yakutia, to RIA Novosti. Previously, the government had postponed the implementation of the export duty on diamonds, which will now take effect on March 1, 2027.

⚠️ The business sector is anticipating a reduction in the key interest rate of the Central Bank of Russia to at least 10%. This statement was made by Sergey Katyrin, President of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, according to RIA.

⚠️🇷🇺🇺🇸 Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov stated that dialogue between Russia and the United States should continue. He emphasized that finding common ground in economic matters could facilitate political discussions. Meanwhile, Bessent commented that until the conclusion of the Ukrainian conflict, there cannot be any easing of sanctions or new agreements.

🇷🇺 Support measures for RusHydro are expected to generate 450 billion rubles for the company over the next five years. The firm will maintain its investment program at the same level as the previous two years in 2027. Additionally, RusHydro will receive 170 billion rubles through the liberalization mechanism for hydropower plants. The company is not interested in constructing new thermal power plants in the Far East, according to board member Roman Berdnikov at the Eastern Economic Forum.

🛢🇮🇳🇷🇺 India is increasing its purchases of Russian ESPO oil, according to reports. This move highlights the ongoing energy collaboration between the two nations amid global market shifts. For more details, visit here.

🌟 Following the earnings reports, Dell shares surged by 8%, while Palo Alto Networks experienced a decline of 2%. For more details, visit Dell and Palo Alto Networks.

🌍⚠️ The CEO of Palo Alto Networks has stated that the current cybersecurity infrastructure is ill-prepared for the challenges posed by AI.

🌍 Global stock markets continue to decline. Asian investors are selling during the Asian session.

📈 U.S. government bonds are experiencing a peak as yields rise. Investors are closely monitoring these developments amid changing market conditions. For more information, visit here.

🌕 Gold, silver, and platinum are experiencing a downturn as the dollar strengthens.

🔼🛢 Oil prices are rising amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran. In a recent interview with Fox News, former President Trump reiterated his threat to destroy Iran if it continues retaliatory strikes. Meanwhile, Iran has vowed to respond strongly to any further US attacks.

🚨 Recently, stable inflows into spot BTC ETFs have begun to shift towards outflows, indicating mixed dynamics. Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating within the range of $80,000 to $77,000. Many investors are still awaiting a correction to make their purchases, keeping a close watch on market trends.

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The Element Group has announced that it will launch its power electronics production a year later than planned. Market participants consider this delay unsurprising due to the project's complexity. — Ъ

🇦🇲🇪🇺 Armenia has enacted a law on Eurointegration for 2025, effectively abandoning a referendum on the choice between the European Union and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). This announcement was made by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan during a meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

🇷🇺 Corporate bond placements in Russia set an August record, with issuers placing over 875.1 billion rubles, exceeding last year's figures by a third. — Ъ

🌍 Financial representatives from G20 countries have agreed to establish clearer regulations regarding digital assets.

🏗️ The activity of developers is on the rise, with the number of project financing deals continuing to grow, according to Sberbank and TASS. This trend indicates a recovery in the real estate sector in Russia, reflecting increased confidence among builders and investors alike.

🌎 Elon Musk has stated that artificial intelligence and robotics will drive significant productivity growth in the economy. He emphasized the transformative potential of these technologies in enhancing efficiency and operational capabilities across various sectors. As advancements continue, the impact of AI and robotics on economic performance is expected to be profound.