🇷🇺 Gazprom has reported a 3.4% increase in natural gas production in the first half of 2026, reaching 216.55 billion cubic meters. However, the company experienced a decline in oil and gas condensate production, which fell by 2.66% to 37.3 million tons during the same period. For more details, visit Gazprom.

💥🇺🇸🇨🇳 Trump stated that his meeting with President Xi was highly productive for both the US and China, hinting at significant upcoming developments. He expressed enthusiasm for replacing the term "artificial intelligence" with the more precise and important "superintelligence," calling it "SUPER!" Last night, there seemed to be a consensus on this shift in terminology.

🌍❗️ The Houthis have pledged not to target European vessels, according to the Financial Times. This assurance comes amid heightened tensions in the region, aiming to ensure the safety of maritime operations for European shipping companies. For further details, visit FT.

🇺🇸🇨🇦 U.S. Trade Representative Greer has stated that President Trump is satisfied with the current trade situation with Canada. Trade relations remain robust, with the U.S. continuing to import essential resources such as oil, gas, and potash fertilizers from Canada. Canadians are eager to finalize a trade deal.

🇺🇸🇨🇳 The U.S. Trade Representative Greer announced that the United States and China have reached an agreement on several trade issues. However, discussions regarding chips for artificial intelligence were not part of these negotiations. Additionally, conversations about export controls and national security were also not addressed during these talks.

🚨 Gazprom has increased pipeline gas supplies to near abroad markets by 29% in the first half of 2026, primarily due to demand from Kazakhstan. The company reported sales of 193.2 billion cubic meters of gas in both domestic and foreign markets during this period, compared to 185.0 billion cubic meters in the same timeframe of 2025. For more details, visit here.

🚨 Japan's Prime Minister Katayama and Bessent have reiterated that the weak yen against the dollar is a concern, according to Kyodo News.

🚀 Ethena's value surged by 16% following its partnership with Binance. The collaboration has sparked increased interest and trading activity, driving the token's price upward. Investors are optimistic about the potential benefits this alliance may bring to the platform. For more details, visit the official site.

📈 NVIDIA has invested $1 billion in NScale, marking a significant move in the tech industry. This investment underscores NVIDIA's commitment to advancing innovations in artificial intelligence and related technologies. For more details, visit here.

🤖 Tesla produced several hundred humanoid robots, known as Optimus, in August. However, the company is currently facing challenges in scaling up production, according to The Information. Despite these hurdles, TSLA shares saw a 1% increase.

🇺🇸🇨🇳 The US Ambassador to China announced the establishment of a crisis mechanism with China regarding issues related to AI, according to FOX News.

🚨 Tether has blocked the wallet of a hacker responsible for breaching the Bitget exchange. The incident has resulted in an estimated loss of around $350 million.

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🇺🇸 USA - Michigan Consumer Sentiment (Sept) - 17:00 MSK
🇺🇸 USA - Consumer Inflation Expectations (Sept) - 17:00 MSK

🚨🇺🇸 The United States has released key economic indicators. The Michigan Consumer Sentiment for September stands at 48.1, surpassing expectations of 47.8 but lower than the previous 51.7. Additionally, one-year consumer inflation expectations for August rose to 4.6%, up from 4%. Meanwhile, five-year consumer inflation expectations also increased to 3.4%, compared to the previous 3.3%.

🚨 On September 30, T-Technologies announced the pricing details for its additional share issuance. For more information, visit here.

📈🌍 The era of affordable smartphones is coming to an end as the cost of RAM continues to rise exponentially. This trend forces gadget manufacturers to abandon budget models, impacting residents of developing countries the hardest. Previously, these individuals had to save three to four weeks for the simplest smartphone, but it is now becoming a luxury beyond reach. Other tech, including personal computers, is also set to increase in price, with RAM kits already costing more than graphics cards.

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⚠️🇺🇸 Schmid from the Federal Reserve has stated that the Fed has not yet resolved the issue of inflation. For more information, visit the Federal Reserve website.

⚠️🇺🇸 Schmid from the Federal Reserve expressed concerns over the United States' debt, stating it appears excessive.

🚀 Mining BTC has reportedly ceased being unprofitable for the first time in 280 days, according to JPMorgan.

⚠️🇨🇺 The U.S. Army is preparing for a military operation against Cuba, according to CBS.

⚠️🇨🇳🇺🇸 Major Chinese business CEOs were notably absent from the state dinner between Trump and Xi at the White House, highlighting the deteriorating US-China relations, according to a report by the New York Times. For further details, please visit NYT. Additionally, US Trade Representative Greer has promised to provide more information on Monday.