Russia reports rise in restricted foreign internet access amid ISP blocking of international sites; details at mt in max.

Meta allegedly accesses and stores WhatsApp users’ chats, with employees having entry to this data, according to BBG. An international group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit against the company.

Russia proposes to split electricity generated at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant between Ukraine and Russia, Politico reports.

Witkoff and Kushner meet with Netanyahu in Israel, joined by U.S. Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper. Meeting comes amid increased U.S. military presence in Middle East and reports of potential strike on Iran. More details available here.

Over 60% of Germans view Trump as a threat to Germany, survey reveals

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said the European Union has a signed document in place for deploying troops to Ukraine if needed, indicating an effective commitment to intervene militarily, according to local reports. More details available here. Further insights can be found here.

Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi to resume behind closed doors, no media access, TASS reports. No press conferences scheduled; current plans exclude media presence, RIA Novosti sources say.

Brazilian President Lula da Silva said former President Donald Trump aims to establish a new, independently controlled organization called the "Peace Council" rather than working with other nations on UN reforms. Experts suggest the initiative may resemble an effort to create a "world government" led by the U.S. More details

Israeli media report potential U.S. plans to strike Iran; Iranian sources note foreign aircraft leaving Israeli airspace. Al Arabiya states Israel has finalized attack and defense plans, raising alert levels. Iran warns that any attack would trigger full-scale war. More insights.

Intel shares decline 17%, largest single-day drop since 2020; U.S. government incurs $4 billion loss on its holdings. For more details, visit mt in max.

Rheinmetall plans to expand its naval segment through mergers and acquisitions, CEO Armin Papperger said. The company expects rising orders amid increased European defense spending, with Germany potentially allocating up to €31 billion for naval ships by 2035. Rheinmetall projects a potential order backlog of up to €80 billion by 2026, including armored vehicles and frigates. Read more.

India's import of Russian diamonds declined 36% year-on-year to $384 million over the 11-month period, according to data from India's Ministry of Trade.

U.S. House rejects resolution to prohibit use of force in Venezuela without congressional approval

Kansas introduces bill proposing creation of strategic Bitcoin reserve.

AI could threaten employment, while cryptocurrency may eliminate the need for work entirely, according to CZ. The CEO forecasts a "super bullish cycle" in the crypto market and advises investors to capitalize on current opportunities. Further details available at here.

Russia's Finance Ministry proposes deferral for coal companies on mineral extraction tax and insurance contributions.

Russell 2000 Index hits record high on robust gains, signaling strong investor confidence in small-cap U.S. equities.

Henry Jullien's website experiences crash due to surge in orders after Macron wears the brand's glasses at Davos, reports Franceinfo. mt в max

Ukrainian President Zelensky, at Davos, declined to detail his recent meeting with Trump, describing it as "the final mile" and "very difficult," while offering only a smile when asked about its outcome.

U.S. initial jobless claims totaled 200,000, below forecasts of 209,000 and up from 199,000 in the prior week. Continuing claims declined to 1.849 million from 1.884 million, surpassing expectations of 1.880 million.

Bitwise also considers that signs of a bottom are forming in Bitcoin, according to a recent report. Link [mt in max]

Sber aims to increase profit in 2026 compared to 2025, Deputy Chairman and CFO Taras Skvortsov said on RBC TV. More details available at mt in max.

U.S.-Greenland deal remains uncertain; details scarce and statements conflicting. Former President Trump indicated negotiations would clarify the specifics. NATO Secretary General mediating between the U.S. and Denmark, which opposes Trump's terms. Reports suggest NATO agreement does not transfer sovereignty but involves missile defense installations. EU to convene emergency meeting over the matter. mt in max

Goldman Sachs raises end-2026 gold price forecast to $5,400 from $4,900. mt в max

Russian businesses expect the key interest rate to decline to 13% by year's end, Shokhin says.

Trump indicates Greenland deal to include 'small plots of land' and rare earth elements, remarks to CNBC and NYT. More on mt

Russia hits record with 149 mln sq m of real estate completed in 2025, Khusnullin says; construction volumes up 34% since 2020.

Russia plans to establish at least ten new pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities by 2030, Alikhanov says. Russian pharmaceutical companies will be eligible for reimbursement of clinical trial expenses if they lead to the development of a unique drug.

LSR Group reports Q4 and full-year 2025 operational results; details available in the company's official report.

Ripple starts trading of stablecoin RLUSD on Binance. mt in max

US Treasury Secretary Bessent urges Europeans toAwait Trump's arrival at Davos before considering arguments on Greenland, sources say. mt в max

Gas prices in the United States have surged by 20%. Further insights can be found in the report on mt in max.

European leaders may agree to transfer Greenland to the U.S. in an effort to appease the Trump administration, BBG reports.

Trump may remain chairman of the "Peace Council" beyond his presidential term ending in 2029, BBG reports.

Trump's plane en route to Davos returns to Andrews Air Force Base due to minor technical issue, White House says; president to travel on alternate aircraft. Earlier, Trump expressed uncertainty about his Davos trip. mt в max

Trump hints at potential NATO relationship adjustments over Greenland, indicating a forthcoming beneficial development and an agreement with NATO. [mt in max]

Russia’s Jetlend Achieves Profit in December; Revenue Rises 18% Jetlend reported a profit in December, with revenue up 18%. Further details available in the company’s report.

Greenland Trump reports 'very good' phone call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte regarding Greenland; no further details disclosed. [Link: Truth Social] | [Insights: mt in max]

U.S. national debt increases by $2.25 trillion in Trump's first year, marking the largest initial-year debt growth of any American presidency. mt в max

European allies have limited intelligence sharing with the U.S. amid escalating tensions over Greenland. Britain, previously considered a key geopolitical partner, now viewed as part of Europe. Full details available in the iPaper article. Additional insights accessible at max.ru/markettwits.

Palestinian authorities are reporting that former U.S. President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to a broad range of individuals to join the Gaza Peace Council. According to sources monitored by news outlets, Trump has expressed plans to impose a fee of approximately $1 billion for a three-year membership in the council. Additionally, reports indicate Trump intends to expand the Gaza peace initiative to other international conflicts, with a proposal to charge similar fees from prospective member states for temporary membership.

Russia's Astra to release 2025 operational results on February 2.

The National Bank of Belarus expects to launch the country's first cryptocurrency bank within six months. More details available at mt в max.

Japan to allocate 39 billion yen from reserves to import rare earths, NHK reports.

Average daily transactions on the ETH network reach record highs, signaling a historically bullish trend, reports mt in max.

Russia's United Aircraft Corporation to showcase Il-114-300 and SJ-100 aircraft abroad for the first time at Wings India 2026 exhibition scheduled from January 28-31. More details available at here.

Russia's Roskomnadzor reports a 100% increase in DDoS attacks over 2025.

Iranian oil production hits 46-year high as of January 17. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump advocates for new leadership in Iran. Israeli media reports indicate potential US preparations for military action against Iran. Energy experts warn of Iran’s extensive oil and gas reserves, comparable to those of Venezuela and Nigeria, which Trump may seek to safeguard from religious persecution. mt in max.

USD indices: USD at 6.96 CNY, 79 RUB.

Davos, Switzerland — The World Economic Forum opens today, with U.S. and Ukraine officials scheduled to participate in discussions. U.S. markets remain closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. China is set to release its Q4 2025 GDP data at 05:00 MSK. Canada's December inflation report is due at 16:30 MSK, while Eurozone's December inflation figures will be announced at 13:00 MSK.