Russia and China see increased pipeline gas and LNG supplies; Russia's agro-exports to China rise 1.5-fold to $3.5 billion in Q1, according to Forbes.

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu disagreed on Iran policy during recent talks, with Trump urging diplomatic solutions and Netanyahu favoring military options, Axios reports. MT in MAX

Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit North Korea next week, Yonhap reports.

Russian Defense Ministry confirms delivery of nuclear munitions to Belarus for military exercises.

Federal Reserve proposes "Skinny Master Accounts" to provide crypto and fintech firms access to payment system for clearing and settlement in cryptocurrency.

Goldman reports the cost of hedging against a decline in U.S. equities has hit a 20-year low, with market participants showing minimal concern about a correction or downturn.

Tehran and Washington to conduct new round of talks in Pakistan post-Hajj, scheduled for late May, SaudiTV Al Arabiya reports; Al Hadath previously covered the development.

Former President Trump reportedly planning to build six-story bunker beneath White House ballroom, RTRS reports.

GameStop boosts eBay stake to 6.55% from 5%

🛢️ World unable to detach from Russian oil, Novak says, prompting some nations to ease restrictions.

Russia's oil and gas budget revenues are forecast to climb 39% YoY to 0.7 trillion rubles in May, according to RTRS calculations, but expected to decline 17% from April.

ECB's Wunsch signals rising inflation concerns, suggesting eventual need for policy response. For more details, visit mt in max.

Russian, Chinese energy talks remain subdued during Putin’s Beijing visit; no major announcements in oil and gas sectors. Yushakov suggests discussions on energy matters led to a significant agreement. Further details available at mt in max.

Significant daily outflows observed in spot Bitcoin ETFs, the strongest since January, according to Santiment experts, who interpret these signs of local capitulation as bullish. For more details, visit mt in max.

MOSCOW, Oct 24 (Dow Jones)—Aeroflot expects to transport 1 million passengers between Russia and China in 2025, reflecting a 28.6% annual rise, the airline announced.

European Union and U.S. Reach Trade Deal, Says EU Parliament Member Željana Zovko

Russia's ruble is expected to stay within the 70-73 ruble range per dollar, supported by elevated oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, according to analysts cited by TASS.

The European Union is considering Mario Draghi or Angela Merkel as potential representatives in talks with Vladimir Putin, according to the Financial Times. source

China’s LNG imports from Russia rose 16% to 2.02 million tons in the January-April period, while oil imports increased 26% to 40.83 million tons, according to customs data. Pipeline gas imports edged up 1.8% to $703.9 million; physical volume data for gas imports not disclosed by Chinese authorities, TASS reports. mt in max

China keeps benchmark lending rates unchanged for 12th straight month; 1-year Loan Prime Rate next at 3%, 5-year LPR steady at 3.50%

In the foreign exchange market, the US dollar is valued at 6.81 versus the Chinese yuan and at 72.8 versus the Russian ruble.

Russia's coal exports via Russian Railways rose more than 17% in April amid Middle Eastern conflict, reversing a 3.8% decline in Q1 2026 to 43.7 million tons, Pavel Shestakov, Deputy Director of the Institute of Economics and Transport Development, a Russian Railways subsidiary, told TASS. Analysts do not rule out annual coal export growth of up to 2%, with Russian Railways’ loading levels expected to remain at last year’s totals.

Gazprom executives convene board meeting to discuss 2025 dividend payout amid President Putin's visit to China, where he indicated Russia and China are advancing plans for deeper oil and gas cooperation; agreement anticipated during the Chinese visit. For more, see mt in max.

President Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude to the Chinese people ahead of his upcoming visit to Beijing, emphasizing China's commitment to long-term cooperation with Russia. Putin is scheduled to arrive in Beijing this evening, with official events slated for May 20. Further details available at kremlin.ru. Additional insights can be found at max.ru.

Reserve Bank of Australia minutes reveal heightened risk of inflation; policymakers signal willingness to act if needed.

Japan Q1 GDP growth surprises, rising 0.5% qoq and 2.1% yoy; both figures surpass consensus estimates.

Apple Inc. announced Tuesday it will expand its campus in Austin, Texas, with a new $1 billion development that will add 15,000 jobs over the next decade. The company said the project will include a new engineering center, research facilities, and enhanced retail stores. Apple CEO Tim Cook called the expansion a testament to Austin’s growing importance as a tech hub. The announcement follows Apple’s recent quarterly earnings report, which exceeded analyst expectations amid strong sales of iPhones and services. The company’s stock, which closed up 1.2% at $198.34, was unchanged in after-hours trading.

President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to hold detailed discussions on "Power of Siberia - 2," Ushakov says. The official visit begins May 20 with a meeting at Beijing's central square.

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,RUSNOVATEK to review GDR buyback program on May 25.

India plans to double or triple coal imports from Russia, says Deputy Minister of Steel to TASS.

Russia's crypto exchanges need to be regulated like banks to prevent exploitation by criminals, said German Neglyad, State Secretary and Deputy Director of Rosfinmonitoring, in an interview with RIA Novosti. For more details, visit max.ru.

On-chain activity for XRP is increasing again, according to Santiment data, as reported by mt в max.

Michael Saylor announced at Consensus 2026 in Miami that Stretch (STRC) is now the largest preferred stock globally. He highlighted that despite a 37% decline in Bitcoin over six months, STRC investors preserved their market value and received a 64% dividend yield. Some critics have described STRC as a "pyramid scheme." mt in max

British elections: Labour leader Keir Starmer plans to resign as Prime Minister and has already informed close associates, according to the Daily Mail.

A former government researcher funded by the CIA claimed this week that U.S. authorities have recovered remains of four distinct extraterrestrial species from crashed UFO debris. Further details are available in a report by the New York Post. Additional insights can be found on MarketTwits.

SpaceX to Launch IPO on NASDAQ, Trading Expected to Begin June 12 Under Ticker SPCX

MGTS to repurchase preferred shares at 1,501 rubles per share; plans to acquire 9.52 million shares during open application period from June 10 to September 13.

Former President Trump warns Iran could face destruction if it rejects nuclear deal; details via MarketTwits.

In March 2026, the balance of Russians' term deposits declined by nearly ₽290 billion, marking the first decrease since autumn 2022, RBC reported. Earlier in March, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov signaled a shift from bank deposits toward market investments. As interest rates decline, experts expect Russians' focus to move from savings accounts to equity markets. More info

BTC maintains position near 200-day moving average as Senate considers Clarity Act vote. mt

Japan's central bank is widely expected to raise interest rates in June, according to an RTRS survey of analysts.

Analysts broadly assess Trump's first day in China as a "failure," according to monitoring reports. mt in max

Cuba declares complete depletion of diesel and fuel oil reserves.

OPEC+ plans to steadily raise oil output each month, RTRS reports.

Commodity markets outperforming developed country financial markets for fifth consecutive year; cycle typically lasts around ten years, according to BofA. More details available at here.

US authorities have approved the sale of NVIDIA H200 chips to 10 Chinese firms, marking a notable development in tech trade relations, according to Reuters. Further information is available at MarketTwits.

Chinese automaker Xpeng in talks to purchase Volkswagen plant in Europe, FT reports. Reuters previously noted Chinese manufacturers’ interest in German factories, including Volkswagen, amid potential closures. Additionally, Mercedes-Benz has sold all its Berlin dealerships to a Canadian entrepreneur. More details available at MarketTwits.

US June 2025: Nearly 600,000 individuals placed $100 deposits for the $499 Trump T1 Phone; nearly one year later, delivery still delayed, terms updated with no guarantees of refunds or delivery. MAGAS ARE FUMING AFTER EMAIL CONFIRMS THEY WILL NEVER GET THEIR $500 TRUMP PHONES OR DEPOSITS BACK. Further details in mt в max.