India's gold imports surged threefold in October to $14.72 billion, according to The Hindu.

Kevin Hassett emphasizes that the U.S. economy remains strong and expects continued growth, citing ongoing deals and significant capital inflows. He advocates for another Federal Reserve rate cut. Hassett and Bessent frequently feature on CNBC and FOX, promoting this outlook as part of the Trump administration's messaging strategy.

Saudi PIF trims US equity holdings 18% in Q3 2025, 13F shows.

FAA to lift flight restrictions imposed during government shutdown, WSJ reports.

Lithium prices in China rise 10%, as Ganfeng Lithium Group forecasts 30% demand increase in 2026.

HSBC expects India’s GDP to expand roughly 7-7.5% in the upcoming two quarters.

Russia's data center market reached approximately 200 facilities with 81,200 rack spaces by the end of 2024, according to iKS-Consulting. The firm anticipates the figure will increase to 85,800 by year-end 2025. The market is concentrated mainly in Moscow and the Moscow region, accounting for about 80%, with Saint Petersburg hosting roughly 10%.

Russia to relax currency controls on foreign subsidiaries of domestic banks, Izvestia reports.

US Dollar Index (DXY) Extends Gains, Pressuring Gold and Risk Assets The US Dollar Index (DXY) continued its upward trajectory, maintaining its strength. Historically, a rising DXY has been associated with bearish sentiment for gold and risk assets including equities and cryptocurrencies.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency plans to reclassify 105 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, as “financial products.” The regulator aims to revise taxation rules by fiscal year 2026, lowering the tax rate on crypto transactions from 55% to 20%.

Japan's preliminary quarterly GDP shrank 0.4%, better than the expected 0.6% decline, following a 0.5% expansion in the prior quarter. On an annual basis, GDP fell 1.8%, exceeding the forecasted 2.5% drop but improving from a 2.3% rise previously.

Strategy to Announce Last Week’s BTC Acquisitions Tomorrow; Saylor Releases BTC Purchase Tracker

Bitcoin trades below $94,000 amid ongoing market volatility; investors remain cautious.

Japan weighing 17 trillion yen economic stimulus package; aims to inject over $110 billion in liquidity. Further details available on Reuters website.

Russian insurance firm VSK's major investors, in which SFI holds a 49% stake, are exploring potential buyers for their interest or possibly the entire company, Kommersant reports. Read more

U.S. August conversation with Swiss president fails to persuade Trump to cancel tariffs; Switzerland responds by dispatching businessmen bearing gifts of Rolex watches and a gold bar, leading Trump to reduce tariffs to 15%, Axios reports.

Reports suggest former President Trump may have decided on a military operation against Venezuela; signs indicate the administration is moving toward a more aggressive stance, according to CNN, The Guardian, and La Presse.

UAE — The world's tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina, has opened in Dubai, featuring the highest panoramic swimming pool globally.

Robert Kiyosaki anticipates imminent start of "printing press," signaling surge in asset purchases; plans to acquire more BTC, gold, and silver.

Arthur Hayes has reduced his long positions in ETH, ENA, ETHFI, LDO, AAVE, and UNI. — EmberCN

Kazakhstan, Russia, Uzbekistan to boost gas transit volumes, says President Tokayev

The United States and Ukraine are collaborating on a joint venture to produce drones, with American firm AIRO Group and Ukrainian company Nord Drone Group forming AIRO Nord-Drone. The partnership aims to develop and manufacture drones for Ukraine, the U.S., and NATO members.

The United States aims to completely eliminate Russian gas from Europe's energy supply, the Financial Times reports.

White House considering potential military actions against Venezuela, sources say.

Japan's Prime Minister suggests the potential for hosting U.S. nuclear weapons on its territory, Mainichi reports.

Bloomberg Analyst: XRP ETF attracted $26 million in trading volume in the first 30 minutes, surpassing previous forecasts of $17 million. The ETF is well-positioned to surpass BSOL's $57 million and may become the year's largest launch.

Tether to invest €1 billion in AI robotics startup Neura. Further details available here.

U.S. weekly natural gas storage data from the EIA shows an injection of 45 billion cubic feet, compared to analyst expectations of a 34 billion cubic feet increase and a prior week increase of 33 billion cubic feet.

X5 announces dividend of 368 RUB per share for 9M 2025.

Senator Rubio rejects EU authority to define international law and questions its right to dictate U.S. national security measures.

Prediction platform Polymarket has quietly reactivated in the U.S. in beta mode, according to Bloomberg.

Aero and Velodrome to merge into a single protocol, Aero, launching on Ethereum and Circle Arc blockchains; Aero holders will receive 94.5% of the new token, Velodrome holders 5.5%.

Senior White House Advisor Hassett says government shutdown will impact GDP this quarter, with growth forecast between 1.5% and 2%.

Russian Finance Ministry raises 1.856 trillion rubles via OFZ auction on Nov. 12, surpassing 2025 borrowing target; record volume driven by two new floaters, with overall placements reaching 1.86 trillion rubles through Wednesday.

Nickel prices, which have been declining since 2022, are expected to recover only above $16,800 per ton by 2028, analysts say. The decline is attributed to overproduction, weak demand from China's steel sector, and fluctuating sentiment among EV manufacturers. Production restrictions in Indonesia may help support price stabilization. — Ъ

Bitwise's Spot LINK ETF now listed on DTCC website; appears under ticker #CLNK, as part of standard procedures ahead of planned launch.

U.S. Federal Reserve Experiences Internal Divisions Over Possible December Rate Cut; Some Members Favor Holding Steady Amid Persistent Inflation — WSJ

MOSCOW, [Date] — "Positive Group" may consider dividend payments starting in 2026, said Yuri Marinichev, the company's investor relations director, during the "Markets.Results" program on RBC TV channel.

European stocks reach new record highs.

The Italian FTSE MIB Index hits 14-year high.

Arthur Hayes acquires UNI tokens, Lookonchain reports.

Senate Majority Whip Thune scheduled to hold test vote today on ending government shutdown amid reports that a deal is nearing completion, according to Bloomberg. An agreement to end the shutdown is reportedly close, Axios reports.

US to deny visas to immigrants with health issues including diabetes, obesity, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, or mental disorders if they are likely to require costly treatment or public benefits, CBS News reports.

Russia and China confirm no nuclear weapons tests underway, Kremlin says.

Trump becomes first U.S. president to host leaders from all five Central Asian nations at the White House, marking a move to decrease regional reliance on Russia and China, NYT reports.

Hungary agrees to buy roughly $600 million worth of LNG from the U.S. to avoid sanctions on Russian energy, RTRS reports.

Scientists report that a geomagnetic storm has begun on Earth.

U.S.-Hungary Event Set: At 19:30 MSK, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to meet former President Donald Trump in Washington. The discussion is expected to begin with remarks centered on "world peace" and possible resolutions concerning Ukraine. Market sentiment on social media indicates optimism, with investors on the Moscow Exchange hoping the meeting will facilitate peace and lead to the lifting of sanctions against Russia by Nov. 10.

Hassett analysis signals greater economic impact from U.S. government shutdown; Q4 GDP growth revised downward, with notable losses in travel and leisure sectors.

Arthur Hayes reiterates bullish outlook on Zcash (ZEC), targets $1,000.