Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced his resignation. Temporary presidential duties will be handled by Ana Brnabic, the acting chairperson of the National Assembly.

Elon Musk forecasts rapid growth in industrial production on the Moon and Mars, anticipating more than doubling annual increases.

California Governor Newsom has signed legislation prohibiting government employees from issuing meme coins.

The United States is evaluating all options concerning Iran, according to US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz. Waltz commented on a Wall Street Journal article suggesting that President Trump may consider resuming strikes against Iran following the November midterm elections. Trump previously stated that he routinely considers options for striking Iran.

Payward, the parent company of Kraken, is allocating billions of dollars toward the development of comprehensive financial infrastructure beyond its cryptocurrency exchange operations. Co-CEO Arjun Sethi affirmed that the group is integrating trading, payments, asset management, and institutional services into a unified platform.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to file an appeal with the International Criminal Court accusing Turkish President Erdogan, according to i24News. Netanyahu had previously stated that Israel would not tolerate Turkey’s military presence in Syria. Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett identified Turkey as the next target after Iran. Turkish President Erdogan alleged that Israel’s government is addicted to wars. An Istanbul court has issued an Interpol notice for Netanyahu over alleged crimes against humanity. Some media outlets indicate that Israel and Turkey are approaching the verge of armed conflict.

Schools in Riyadh have transitioned to remote learning for one week following Houthi attacks, AFP reports. Iranian armed forces allegedly targeted 19 vessels in the Strait of Hormuz over the past 48 hours, according to FARS.

President of Kazakhstan Tokayev announced that the Kazakh army remains outdated and requires comprehensive modernization reforms.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conducted a clandestine visit to Abu Dhabi for discussions with the President of the United Arab Emirates, reports AXIOS.

Last Wednesday, retail investors divested approximately $300 billion from stock ETFs, representing the largest single-day withdrawal on record. ETFs linked to major technology firms, especially those associated with JPMorgan, accounted for the majority of the sales.

🇺🇸 In a historic milestone for the index, Nvidia and Apple now represent 15% of its market capitalization. Nvidia accounts for a record 8%, while Apple holds 7%, marking unprecedented concentration levels for the two largest companies in the index, according to Baird.

Analysts warn of a severe crisis in the global diesel market amid significant supply reductions. From March to August 2026, diesel exports from the Middle East declined by an average of 835,000 barrels per day compared to the same period in 2025, according to Vortexa data. Russian supplies decreased by 377,000 barrels per day during the same period. Kpler and Energy Aspects estimate the combined shortfall at approximately 1.1 million barrels per day.

Former President Trump has once again disseminated a map depicting the Strait of Hormuz as part of U.S. territory. This marks the fourth such instance of this occurrence.

Former President Donald Trump announced that he had spoken with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, urging a reduction in attacks on Russian refineries. Trump attributed the ongoing diesel shortage to Ukrainian strikes on these facilities. He stated that the United States is seriously contemplating a ban on diesel fuel exports, which could result in a modest increase in gasoline prices. Trump also noted that Zelensky indicated there may be a possibility to mitigate the refinery attacks.

Former President Donald Trump asserted that the United States will achieve victory in both military and economic confrontations with Iran. He projected the conflict would conclude "soon" and anticipated a decline in oil prices. Trump did not address potential plans to resume strikes on Iran prior to the upcoming midterm elections.

Axios reports potential indirect U.S.-Iran talks referencing Trump. A Vatican envoy is in Russia for Ukrainian humanitarian discussions. Japan's central bank meeting minutes are scheduled for release at 02:50 MSK. China's industrial profits report is due at 04:30 MSK. ECB's Lagarde is scheduled to speak at 16:30 MSK. The Dallas Fed Manufacturing Business Index will be released at 17:30 MSK. Trump is expected to make an announcement regarding AI at the White House. SpaceX is aiming for the first orbital flight of the lunar rocket Starship.

# Original News Post
"Apple announced its quarterly earnings today, surpassing analyst expectations. The company's revenue reached $100 billion, driven by strong sales in the iPhone and Services segments. Shares of Apple rose by 3% in after-hours trading."

# Rewritten in Financial News Agency Style
Apple Inc. reported quarterly earnings exceeding analyst estimates, with revenue totaling $100 billion, primarily driven by robust sales in the iPhone and Services divisions. The company's stock increased by 3% in after-hours trading.

The US dollar is currently valued at 6.71 against the Chinese yuan and 87.80 against the Russian ruble.

Iran has stated that it is not planning a new round of negotiations with the United States in New York, according to IRNA. The Iranian Foreign Minister emphasized that the U.S. must fulfill the conditions outlined in the memorandum to facilitate open passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Over the weekend, Axios reported, citing unnamed sources, that indirect U.S.-Iran talks were scheduled to take place today.

The minutes from the previous Bank of Japan meeting indicate a rise in inflation expectations among both the public and corporate sectors. An increase in inflation is projected by the end of the year, prompting the central bank to consider appropriate policy responses.

Gold prices decline to two-month low.