SpaceX in discussions to merge with xAI ahead of planned IPO, Reuters reports. The deal could lead to the largest IPO in history, potentially doubling Elon Musk’s net worth, sources say. Further details available at Max in Max.

PayPal reports 39% of U.S. merchants now accept cryptocurrencies at checkout, signaling increasing adoption. (Link:

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Russian President Vladimir Putin scheduled to hold talks tomorrow with visiting UAE President during his working trip to Russia, according to Kremlin.

Nornickel reports 2025 production performance results; full details available in the report.

Pop Mart stock rises 7% as the toy producer plans to open more than 20 new stores in the U.S. this year. More insights here.

European geopolitics: Kallas states that Europe is no longer the primary focal point for Washington, indicating a structural change rather than a temporary one. [Link: https://max.ru/markettwits]

Russian companies are increasingly hiring artificial intelligence specialists, according to a report by Vedomosti. More details at mt in max.

President Macron to meet with Denmark and Greenland prime ministers at Elysee Palace to discuss Greenland situation. For additional details, visit mt in max.

U.S. Former President Donald Trump expressed confidence in reaching a resolution to the Ukraine conflict during an interview with Fox News. mt в max

Macron to host Denmark and Greenland prime ministers at Élysée Palace; Bank of Japan minutes due at 02:50; Australia's CPI and Canada's rate decisions expected; FOMC meeting and press conference scheduled at 22:00 and 22:30; Wings India airs, showcasing UNAC innovations; Russia's Ministry of Finance auctions OFZ bonds; upcoming earnings include ASLM Holding, Henderson, X5 Retail Group, Norilsk Nickel, and major U.S. corporations.

US dollar falls 10% in 2023, marking the worst year for the currency in eight years; experts cite potential policy shifts by Trump favoring weaker dollar to lower interest rates and enhance exports, as the dollar index (DXY) trades at 95.5 with support at 90, according to market analysts. More details here.

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Ukraine to sign 20-point peace plan with U.S.; U.S. to sign separate agreement with Russia. EU will not be a signatory, says Ukraine Foreign Minister Sibiga. (Source: mt in max)

Russia and China aim to bolster energy supply cooperation, according to the Russian Embassy in China. The remarks come amid a two-day visit to Beijing by Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev. More details at

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Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, named Dogecoin (DOGE) the most "viable" meme coin for the long term, casting doubt on other meme tokens, during remarks at the Davos forum. DOGE remains closely linked to Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest individual. mt in max

MOSCOW – The Moscow Exchange announced trading parameters for Fix Price PJSC ordinary shares amid consolidation. The last trading day with T+1 settlement code is set for Feb. 20, 2026. Starting Feb. 25, only T0 and Z0 settlement codes will be accepted. Settlement codes will be disallowed on Feb. 26 and 27. Trading resumes Feb. 28 with updated share parameters following the consolidation.

Gold, silver, palladium, and platinum continue to correct following yesterday's turnaround. Monitoring remains ongoing. Further updates available on MT in Max.

New car sales in Europe increase for sixth straight month. mt в max

Used car sales hit record high, reports Autostat. Consumers cite new vehicles as increasingly out of reach in Russia. Link.

UK Leader Keir Starmer to Visit China Today, Aiming to Balance Relationship with US and China, Sources Say. Starmer to travel with ministers and business leaders; emphasizes UK will not choose between US alliance and strengthening China ties. mt в max

U.S. President Trump increased tariffs on South Korea from 15% to 25%, citing the lack of parliamentary approval for a bilateral trade agreement. South Korea's ruling party plans to pass a special law related to the trade deal by the end of February. .

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to host breakfast with CIS ambassadors to discuss 2026 collaboration; India and EU expected to announce trade agreement; UK Labour Leader Starmer visiting China; key economic data from China and US anticipated; speeches from Trump and ECB President Lagarde scheduled; UnitedHealth, General Motors set to release earnings today.

NVIDIA launches "Earth-2," an AI system aimed at improving weather forecast accuracy.

STONfi and Ston Foundation initiate token buyback program, purchasing STON and GEMSTON tokens with fees generated from STONfi swap protocol, team announces.

MediaTek teams up with Google to develop AI processors, providing an alternative to TSMC in the market. Shares of MediaTek rise by 10% on the news.

Acron Group reports 7% rise in main product output for 2025, reaching 9 million tons. More details available in the company’s press release.

Russian travelers continue visiting India despite Nipah virus, which lacks a cure, according to the Russian Tourism Industry Union's press service, TASS reports. Tourist flow between India and Russia is at its highest level, operators said. mt in max

Etalon Group announces initial application period for SPO on Moscow Exchange; set at 46 rubles per share. Preliminary applications accepted from Jan. 26 to Feb. 9, 2026. Up to 400 mln shares to be issued, raising up to 18.4 bln rubles. Proceeds to finance strategic acquisition, including 14.1 bln rubles for acquisition of AO Business-Property. More details in release.

China to open nickel and lithium futures trading to foreign investors, regulators say. For additional information, visit Bloomberg. More insights available on MarketTwits.

MOSCOW—The number of corporate bankruptcies in Russia declined to a decade low, with courts declaring 6,477 companies bankrupt in 2025, down 24.3% from 2024, according to Fedresource. The figure marks the lowest annual total over the past ten years. More information is available at Interfax. Additional details can be found at mt in max.

Etalon reports Q4 2025 operational results, citing accelerated sales and revenue growth driven by high-price segments and effective office real estate portfolio management. Further details available in the company’s report.

Bank of Japan holds rates steady but conducts first FX market interventions in a long time; yen appreciates sharply against US dollar. mt в max

The probability of a U.S. government shutdown by January 31 stands at 78%, according to betting data from Polymarket. CNN reports that Democrats may block a spending bill over Homeland Security funding issues linked to ICE scandal backlash. Former President Trump previously suggested a possible shutdown date of January 30, reiterating his statement last Thursday. The information was sourced from Max MarketTwits.

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.