Nearly a million retail investors have experienced a loss of $3.81 billion linked to the Trump meme coin, TRUMP, according to NYT.

United States for the first time in history is allocating more on interest payments on the national debt than on national defense. Former President Trump calls for an immediate reduction in Federal Reserve rates to lower interest expenses, but current macroeconomic conditions prevent such action.

The Economist revises oil price forecast following war with Iran, citing errors in multiple assumptions. The publication acknowledged its underestimate of the probability of a U.S.-Iran deal over the Strait of Hormuz and China's rapid reduction of crude imports. Consequently, oil prices declined more than anticipated as Gulf supplies remained stable and Chinese demand decreased more sharply than predicted.

OPEC+ countries are scheduled to review August oil output levels today, with a forecasted rise of 188,000 barrels per day. Meanwhile, U.S. oil exports are approaching record highs.

North Korea conducted strategic cruise missile tests launched from the destroyer "Kang Gon," with leader Kim Jong Un present to observe the exercises, amid ongoing regional tensions.

Trump celebrates American Independence Day by displaying Russian tricolor. Earlier, Musk reaches trillion-dollar valuation on Russia Day.

Hamster Kombat (HMSTR) token saw a 40% rally on Tuesday, with trading volume jumping over 1,000%, reversing a prolonged period of decline. The digital asset previously experienced a notable surge from June 11 to 12.

IRAN ISSUES WARNING TO UK AND FRANCE ON MILITARY DEPLOYMENTS IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ, CNN REPORTS. FRENCH PRESIDENT MACRON SAYS FRANCE HAS DEPLOYED SHIPS IN MIDDLE EAST TO ENSURE MARITIME SECURITY; UK PREPARED TO SEND MILITARY SHIPS TO THE REGION.

Iran asserts power by blocking the Strait of Hormuz, says Medvedev, with Iranian authorities possessing thermonuclear weapons—the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait. On June 14, Iran's foreign ministry officially vowed to block the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, maintaining the Hormuz blockade unless the U.S. and Israel comply with the peace memorandum points.

Tensions rise as Trump discloses U.S. granted Iran a negotiation pause amid Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral; anti-U.S. and anti-Israel sentiments escalate during ceremony, with attendees demanding retaliation after viewing five coffins, including that of the Ayatollah’s granddaughter. IRGC commits to ongoing action; experts caution against Iran’s increasingly unpredictable and aggressive posture following funeral.

Experts believe that nothing can save the IMOEX index, asserting its decline is irreversible. Further details are discussed in the article by Ъ.

Government drafting resolution to lower diesel sales requirement on exchange to 10% from 16%, RIA reports.

Russia's Central Bank clarified that the ongoing "broker case" is not connected to the exchange of blocked assets stemming from sanctions, Deputy Chairman Philip Gabunia said in an interview with RBC TV, following the late May arrests of executives from Investment Chamber and Mind Money brokerage firms.

MOSCOW, [Date] — Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank Zabotkin dismissed assertions that a weak ruble benefits the budget. More details available in a report by VESTI.

Binance reports over 166,000 ETH withdrawn within 24 hours, marking a record for the year, CryptoQuant data shows.

NATO leaders, including Trump, to reaffirm "unwavering commitment" to collective defense at Ankara summit, draft declaration says, RTRS reports.

Russia's financial sector monitored several factors impacting the ruble, according to a report by Заботкин. Key drivers identified include export activity, domestic demand for rubles to fund imports, the ruble's appeal as a savings currency, and the parameters of the budget rule. The full report is available here.

Lithuanian Seimas reviews draft proposal to repeal constitutional ban on nuclear weapons deployment.

Gasoline sales resume in Novorossiysk at stations without fuel cards, TASS reports.

MOSCOW, Oct 27 (Dow Jones Newswires) — Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank Zabotkin urged the public not to interpret his mismatched socks as a market signal.

The IMOEX slides further amid continuing market challenges.

Russia vehicle sales rose 29% YoY in June to 116,276 units, Автостат reports. First-half 2026 sales increased 14.8% YoY.

Natural gas is projected to overtake oil as the leading energy source in the U.S. by the end of the decade, as its market share continues to grow rapidly. Oil's share has remained relatively stable since the late 1970s, while coal's contribution has declined significantly since the early 2000s. For additional details, visit Bloomberg.

China's retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles declined 7% in June, totaling 1.037 million units, according to preliminary data from the China Passenger Car Association.

Central Bank of Russia states that upcoming crypto regulation could lead the market to develop its own cryptocurrencies.

Binance is officially entering the Philippine market, according to the CEO.

MOSCOW, Oct 27 (Dow Jones) -- The Moscow Exchange (MOEX) plans to launch cryptocurrency trading by the end of 2026, Marich said.

Russian Deputy Finance Minister Chistyukhin says cryptocurrency regulation law may take effect September 1, 2026.

MOSCOW, June — The 25 basis point cut in the key rate this June does not indicate that the Central Bank will maintain similar reductions moving forward, according to the head of the Central Bank's department.

Financial experts indicate that the quarterly candlesticks for gold have not demonstrated bullish trends.

Speculators Boost Yen Short Positions Near Record Levels, CFTC Data Show; Bank of Japan Vows Action

Google fined 4.1 billion euros by EU antitrust court ruling; decision underscores regulatory hurdles for the tech firm in Europe.

Open interest in Solana (SOL) surged to its highest in five weeks, according to Santiment data. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) remain stable.

Former President Trump reiterated his stance on China, stating that the U.S. will not permit China to gain control over the Panama Canal. He emphasized the canal's strategic importance. The U.S. is actively working to push China out of the region, with U.S. Minister of War Hegseth asserting that the U.S. is liberating the Panama Canal from what he described as China's harmful influence.

Russia's Ministry of Finance has auctioned OFZ 26252 bonds totaling 97.76 billion rubles, with demand reaching 124.3 billion rubles. The weighted average yield was 14.85% annually.

Volkswagen senior executives express concerns over company’s viability, with six of nine board members indicating the situation is severe and three describing it as "tense," according to an internal survey reported by Der Spiegel. No executives dismissed the concerns. In January 2025, Reuters reported interest from Chinese buyers in acquiring struggling German auto factories, notably Volkswagen sites.

Russian stocks face turbulence amid Central Bank warnings; industry experts caution against self-treatment, emphasizing need for professional advice. For details, see

www.vedomosti.ru

Elon Musk's net worth surpasses Bitcoin's market cap.

Ukraine's Defense Minister Fedorov announced the imminent development of a ballistic missile equipped to strike targets within Russia.

Grayscale believes AAVE token is undervalued, expects it to reach $179 in 2024.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan states that BTC is currently a "BUY" and remains bullish in the long term.

Bank of France cuts 2026 GDP growth forecast, signals potential recession mitigation.

Russian IT company stock index has declined more sharply since the beginning of the year compared to the Moscow Exchange Index, which remains the main indicator. The steepest drops have been observed in firms that went public after the onset of the Ukraine conflict and prioritized replacing foreign technologies with domestic alternatives. Read more in the full article on Forbes.

Britain's consumer inflation rose 0.2% in May from the prior month, below analyst estimates of 0.4% and down from 0.7% in April, according to the Office for National Statistics. Year-over-year inflation stood at 2.8%, matching April's rate but below the 3% forecast. Core CPI increased 2.6% annually, slightly below expectations of 2.7% and up from 2.5% in the previous year.

UK May Consumer Price Index scheduled for release at 09:00 MSK.

Strive Asset Management, associated with Vivek Ramaswamy and linked to former Musk partner in the Government Efficiency Department (DOGE), has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 73 BTC.

Britain, Germany, Italy, and France suggest potential sanctions relief if Iran adopts transparent nuclear policies, according to joint statement.

Japan to explore rare earth metal mining in Greenland to reduce reliance on China, Nikkei reports.

Flights in western Iran canceled until further notice, reports TASNIM. Experts indicate a high likelihood of Iran conducting a missile strike on Israel tonight. Iran's airspace has been cleared, a typical procedure ahead of potential attacks or large-scale missile launches.

G7 summit scheduled for June 15-17 in France; President Trump to attend. Key topics: Iran, Ukraine.