Ayandeh Bank, one of Iran's largest private banks, has declared bankruptcy.

India open to diversifying oil sources, including reducing reliance on Russia, says Rubio.

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment announced plans to establish the country as a global hub for data processing centers, signaling a strategic push to boost digital infrastructure.

European officials acknowledge far-right legislators are now a "political reality" in the EU assembly, according to statements reported by the Financial Times.

Starlink to develop nine satellite communication stations in India, reports The Times of India.

The US dollar trades at 7.124 versus the Chinese yuan and 82.70 against the Russian ruble.

Russia's Analytical Credit Rating Agency (АСКРА) has assigned "Группе Астра" a credit rating of AA(RU) with a stable outlook.

Sistema, the Russian financial corporation, is considering revising its current dividend policy, according to Yevtushenkov.

European Union imposes sanctions on gold mining firm Polyus.

Miller warns that a decline in oil prices could undermine shale gas profitability, says in interview with Russia 24.

BNP Paribas shares fall 7%, marking their steepest daily decline since August.

FESCO has taken over management of a seaport and shipping company in Kamchatka, according to a report.

U.S., Ukraine: Trump-Zelensky meeting concludes.

Huobi founder Li Lin plans to establish a $1 billion firm aimed at acquiring ETH for its balance sheet.

MOSCOW—Mortgage issuance in Russia rose 2% in September, according to OKB data.

Vietnamese consumers queue from early morning to purchase gold, signaling signs of a highly overheated market, experts say.

At 1 p.m. ET today, a meeting is scheduled between former President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to sources familiar with the matter. The talks are set to take place at 8 p.m. Moscow time.

USDCNY at 7.124; USDTRUB at 81.8.

BTC bears warned as peak may have arrived, akin to past cycles, suggesting a looming crypto winter. Some experts believe BTC's adoption by institutions, corporations, and sovereigns has disrupted traditional cycle theory, potentially reducing the likelihood of deep corrections.

Trump announces upcoming meetings between Russian and US delegations; suggests separate discussions with Putin and Zelensky, with potential meeting with Putin within two weeks.

India and China cease Russian oil imports; India could potentially substitute with U.S. crude where feasible, Indian government source says, RTRS.

Participants on the Kalshi platform are already betting that the U.S. government shutdown will last at least 40 days.

Former President Trump has ramped up engagement with Ukraine amid frustration over media coverage of his discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage. Sources indicate the U.S. has increased intelligence cooperation with Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure, following assertions that the summit was a "triumph for Putin." Additionally, discussions regarding the provision of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine have gained momentum in U.S. circles, Politico reports.

Microsoft to move server and laptop component manufacturing out of China beginning 2026 amid ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, Nikkei reports.

US to assist Ukraine in operating Tomahawk missiles if delivery approved, FT reports. Experts suggest supplying the missiles may not significantly shift the battlefield but could escalate tensions between Russia, the US, and NATO.

Delimobil marks 10th anniversary with expansion to Krasnodar, Chelyabinsk, and Yaroslavl, bringing total locations to 16. The company is investing in fleet and infrastructure development, resulting in a decline in financial performance in H1. For details, see Vedomosti interview.

U.S. Trump administration forecasts over 10,000 federal job losses amid shutdown, CNBC reports.

Russia's e-commerce sector continues to expand, with over 40% of online consumers spending more than four hours weekly browsing websites. Many individuals now consider online shopping a leisure activity, often without making purchases. Concurrently, foot traffic in shopping centers is declining as consumers shift towards online retail. — Ъ

Public companies amassed 95% of their ETH reserves by Q3 2025, with 27 firms collectively holding 4.63 million ETH valued at $19 billion, according to Bitwise.

Japan government, in coordination with G7 partners, to consider potential measures in response to U.S. expectations for Japan to halt imports of Russian energy, Kyodo reports.

BEIJING, Oct. 27 (Dow Jones Newswires) — The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. condemned former President Donald Trump’s recent call for China to cease oil imports from Russia, asserting that China "firmly rejects any illegal unilateral sanctions, jurisdiction expansion, and any forms of coercion and pressure." Trump previously stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would cease purchasing oil from Russia, and urged China to follow suit.

Ozon Pharmaceuticals' shares have been included in the first listing level of the Moscow Exchange.

Dutch government assumes control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor maker headquartered in the Netherlands, in a move aimed at securing chip supply amid escalating global trade tensions. — CNBC

Russia’s T2 plans to launch its own payment card by 2026, highlighting growing convergence between telecommunications and banking sectors.

Coinbase and Mastercard have entered the race to acquire stablecoin startup BVNK, according to Fortune. Previously, Mastercard and Citi had invested in BVNK.

October has historically been the most volatile month for stocks in the United States, according to Bloomberg. However, with Trump in charge, experts suggest this may not hold true.

The Russian Ministry of Energy intends to implement a legal framework prioritizing investments over dividends for energy companies, according to the report.

Russia’s T-Pension non-state pension fund now displays interim returns on its voluntary pension plans within T-Bank’s app, CTO Ilya Pisemsky of T-Technologies said. The fund’s all-weather portfolio strategy targets annual returns exceeding inflation by 3-4 percentage points. All savings in voluntary pension plans are insured by the Deposit Insurance Agency for up to RUB 2.8 million.

Regulatory authorities have launched an investigation into approximately 2.9 million Tesla vehicles concerning potential traffic rule violations associated with the company's Full Self-Driving (FSD) autopilot system.

Airbus reports 2% year-over-year increase in aircraft deliveries, totaling 507 units in the first nine months of 2025.

EU sanctions official signals uncertain U.S. backing on Russia measures post-G7, RTRS reports.

Inflows into spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have slowed but remain ongoing, according to data from SoSoValue.

European Parliament to hold vote on no-confidence motion against European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen. In the US, Federal Reserve conference to feature remarks from Fed Chair Powell and Treasury Secretary Bessent. Key economic data due: ECB meeting minutes at 14:30, initial jobless claims at 15:30, EIA gas storage at 17:30. In Russia, ongoing third day of St. Petersburg Gas Forum and second day of Finopolis 2025 Forum.

Uranium prices have surged approximately 760% since hitting a low in 2020, driven in part by increased demand linked to artificial intelligence. Companies are increasingly turning to nuclear energy to power AI and data centers.

BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, leads all major ETFs in weekly inflows, BBG reports.

Santiment reports DeFi projects experienced peak developer activity over the past 30 days, highlighting increased focus and innovation within the sector.

Federal Reserve officials indicated at the recent FOMC meeting that most members believe further tightening of monetary policy is appropriate this year, citing persistent inflation as the main risk.

Russian Central Bank acknowledges government violated minority shareholders' rights during Yuzhuralzoloto asset seizure, sources say; Central Bank demanded Federal Agency for State Property Management to make an offer to minority shareholders.

The Moscow Exchange Index (IMOEX) declined more than 4%, falling below 2,550 points. The Russian Government Bond Index (RGBI) also dropped below 114.

Kazakhstan authorities have shut down 130 illegal cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms as part of intensified efforts to regulate digital asset operations in the country. Further details available in a recent report.