The ETH/BTC ratio has fallen to a 10-year low, as Ethereum has failed to surpass Bitcoin over the past decade. Despite hopes for a rally during the 2017, 2021, and 2023-2024 cycles, such gains have not materialized, according to Plan B.

World leaders including Macron, Starmer, and Merz met with Zelensky to endorse direct talks between Russia and Ukraine, with participation from the U.S. and European nations. In a joint statement, they called for an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, negotiations along the current contact line, security assurances for Ukraine, safeguarding EU security interests, and the maintenance of frozen Russian assets until compensation matters are addressed.

Agnico Eagle reports quarterly earnings of $583 million, or $2.55 per share, driven by higher gold prices and increased production. Revenue totaled $2.2 billion, up from $1.8 billion a year earlier. The company maintained its full-year production guidance, citing solid operational performance across its mines. Agnico Eagle also announced plans to commence exploration activities at its Snow Lake project.

Former President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a phone call, N12 reports.

Next week features key U.S. earnings reports, as companies prepare to disclose quarterly results.

Apple to hold annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC26) on June 8 at 20:00 MSK; event anticipated to include new product announcements and AI strategy updates. Historically, Apple shares (AAPL) have shown declines during WWDC events. More details available at here.

On-chain investigator ZachXBT questioned whether former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes is involved in "pump and dump" schemes with tokens, leveraging his followers for profit. Hayes responded that he is simply a skilled trader.

Developer ZODL to launch network update and Ironwood privacy pool in July to enhance Zcash security; company commits to acquiring additional ZEC tokens, plans to increase holdings to 5% of total ZEC supply.

Politico reports the Trump administration believes it has the authority to remove the Statue of Liberty.

The U.S. has extended negotiations involving MOL, NIS, and Gazprom Neft by 10 days, with the new deadline set for June 16.

U.S. to allocate Iranian assets to Gulf allies to compensate for damages caused by Iran, sources say. Treasury Secretary Bessent has ordered assessment of harm to regional partners, NYT reports.

China launches maritime law enforcement operation east of Taiwan in response to Japan and Philippines' unilateral boundary negotiations, citing violation of sovereignty and maritime rights. — Global Times/Xinhua

Sechin suggests oil prices could hit $95-96/bbl by year-end if Strait of Hormuz restrictions are eased.

Peskov states that a visit by Kushner and Witkoff to Russia is not expected in the near future.

SPIEF-2026 plenary session featuring Vladimir Putin now available for viewing Link

KAMAZ to conduct private placement of 24.9% stake to Rosimushchestvo and NAMI for 11.7 bln rubles; shareholders' meeting set for June 26.

Chinese and Hong Kong investors to be barred from SpaceX IPO over national security concerns, Bloomberg reports.

BlackRock moves BTC and ETH to exchanges again as clients continue to sell; monitoring link.

Iran and the U.S. are close to reaching a framework agreement on nuclear issues, IAEA Director General Grossi says.

Forward Industries, the world's largest corporate buyer of SOL tokens, is actively transferring SOL to exchanges. The company, which bought heavily at peaks, is now selling extensively at lows, according to monitoring.

Turkey launches antitrust probe into Meta, designated extremist and banned in Russia.

Global equity inflows reach three-week high driven by AI enthusiasm, according to LSEG; cash inflows at record levels.

Serbia aims to invite leading Russian firms Wildberries, Ozon, and Sberbank services, says Minister Popovich, RIA reports.

Russia's central bank maintained the interest rate at 12%, a move expected to rekindle investment growth in the agricultural sector, according to the head of Rosselkhozbank.

VK may not consistently prioritize financial efficiency, warned a senior manager, potentially hindering the company's progress, reports Frank Media.

Russia’s up to 20 companies are contemplating IPOs, according to a senior executive, TASS reports.

The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump said he would only break the ceasefire with Iran if U.S. military personnel were killed.

Bitwise's European division estimates Bitcoin's current fair value at $224,000 based on their proprietary model.

Russia's AFC "Sistema" President Tagir Sitdekov stated that the merger of ride-sharing ventures "Urent" and "Whoosh" will not proceed, including via share exchange or capital participation, according to Interfax.

Microsoft shares remain under pressure, trading below their 200-day moving average.

Russian energy sector stakeholders remain divided on closing over a 1 trillion ruble deficit in "Rosseti" investment program by 2032, after a year of discussions. Majority favor increasing transmission tariffs, though the Ministry of Economy opposes this approach. — Ъ

Putin meets with global news agency leaders on the second day of SPIEF; no trade in Brazil; Australia's central bank governor to speak at 08:00 MSK; Swiss CPI data due at 09:30 MSK; ECB President Lagarde to speak at 11:00 MSK; US jobless claims report at 15:30 MSK; US natural gas storage data at 17:30 MSK; Bank of England governor to speak at 18:40 MSK; SpaceX to conduct IPO roadshow; lawsuit filed involving Rusagro's founder; GA and GEMA discuss dividend payments; earnings reports from CIEN, LULU, and DOCU expected today.

BitMine files for preferred share issuance, disclosures show. Company’s unrealized losses surpass $9 billion. CEO Tom Lee, the firm’s leading ETH purchaser, states Ethereum is in a "super-bull cycle" expected to last 10 to 15 years.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bescent expects the CLARITY Act to be enacted by this summer, implementing new regulations for the U.S. crypto sector.

MicroStrategy reports unrealized losses surpassing $8.5 billion from Bitcoin holdings.

Bitcoin approaches potential bottom, powered by theory suggesting proximity to global low. As a living organism, BTC's price dynamics are governed by power laws, akin to urban growth and natural phenomena, indicating potential for continuous expansion and significant wealth generation. Theory

Iran has outlined a four-stage plan for a deal with the United States, according to Fars News. The conditions remain the same, structured into four phases, but the U.S. is reportedly not agreeing to these terms.

MOSCOW (Dow Jones) — The volume of precious metals trading on the Moscow Exchange increased 2.4-fold year-on-year in May, totaling 295.1 billion rubles, according to a report.

Social media crowds are eagerly anticipating a drop in Bitcoin; sentiment toward BTC has fallen to "extreme fear," according to Santiment data.

Lenta's acquisition of O'Key will enable the company to secure nearly 40% of the hypermarket market, Vedomosti reports. Vedomosti

The United States and Iran conducted renewed strikes amid ongoing “ceasefire,” with U.S. forces targeting a ground control site on Qeshm Island and Iran striking U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

The foreign exchange market shows USDCNY at 6.76 and USDTRUB at 76.4.

US API to release oil inventory report between 23:30-23:40 Moscow time.

ASTR to propose up to 2% share buyback to fund management incentive program. The company intends to recommend the strategy to its board of directors. Further details available in the company's recent press release.

Rubio: U.S. policy on Taiwan remains unchanged amid Trump's China visit; planning $14 billion arms transfer to Taipei. Taipei Times reports Taiwan to buy $280 million in U.S. weapons in 2026.

Russian investment bank Sinara begins accepting applications for blocked asset exchange; deadline June 15. Details available on bank's website.

B2B-Center Board of Directors approves Q1 2026 dividends of 5.19 RUB per share; AGM scheduled for June 30, record date July 11.

Commerzbank trims 2026 gold forecast to $4,800 from $5,000.

Charles Schwab to Launch Spot Crypto Trading for Institutional Clients by 2027, CEO Says

Azerbaijan and the U.S. signed a framework agreement on the extraction and supply of rare earth metals.