U.S. - Donald Trump's family wealth rose 70% during his presidency, Bloomberg reports.

Reliance Industries to import Russian Urals crude, according to Kpler. Reports from late December 2025 suggest the Indian conglomerate has resumed procurement from non-U.S.-sanctioned suppliers.

U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Russian-Serbian firm NIS until Jan. 23, Serbian Energy Minister Dubravka Đedović-Handanović says.

Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro disclosed that former U.S. President Donald Trump called him from the White House on November 21, engaging in a ten-minute conversation described as respectful and friendly. Maduro added that subsequent developments were unpleasant. Analysts caution that U.S. involvement in a new Latin American conflict could pose political risks for Trump ahead of the 2024 elections, amid 80% of Americans opposing another Vietnam- or Afghanistan-style war.

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Bitcoin closed each year with the following prices on New Year’s Eve: 2013, $755; 2014, $320; 2015, $430; 2016, $965; 2017, $14,155; 2018, $3,740; 2019, $7,195; 2020, $29,000; 2021, $49,305; 2022, $16,595; 2023, $42,560; 2024, $95,650; 2025, $87,580.

Binance reports surpassing 300 million users, according to a company letter.

Russia approves national "Technological Support for the Bioeconomy" project, targeting growth across chemistry, food, energy, medicine, ecology, and agriculture sectors. Minister Denis Manturov projects a 96% increase in bioeconomy output by 2030, aiming for 40% technological independence. President Putin previously set a goal to develop the bioeconomy sector by 2031.

By the end of 2025, gasoline AI-92 prices increased by 2%, while AI-95 rose 4.6%, according to exchange data.

Chinese tech companies have ordered 2 million H200 chips for 2026, significantly surpassing NVIDIA's current stockpile of 700,000 units. Authorities in China have not yet approved the shipments. More details are available at RTRS.

Bitcoin spot ETFs experienced an inflow on December 30, marking the first in a week, according to SoSoValue. Checkonchain reported yesterday that, for the first time since July, long-term holders have ceased selling BTC and shifted to net buying. More insights are available here.

dYdX announces purchase of 7.5 million DYDX tokens in buyback; plans to acquire additional 1.8 million tokens.

Warren Buffett to step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO on Dec. 31, 2025.

Ukraine faces heightened diplomatic pressure after Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly attempted to strike Putin's residence, Financial Times reports.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Fox News that Hamas must be eradicated. Earlier, CNN reported that Netanyahu, during a meeting with President Trump, will seek U.S. approval for a new operation in Gaza.

BEIJING—Chinese President Xi Jinping extended New Year greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing a willingness to pursue new accomplishments together in 2026, according to CCTV.

China's Composite PMI rose to 50.7 in December from 49.7 in November, marking expansion for the first time since March, according to a CNBC report. The Services PMI increased to 50.2 from 49.5, while the Manufacturing PMI advanced to 50.1 from 49.2, exceeding expectations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held an online meeting with EU leaders. He added that national security advisors from the coalition will convene in Ukraine on Jan. 3. The next high-level gathering with the "coalition of the willing" is scheduled for Jan. 6 in France.

Chicago PMI for December rises to 43.5; surpasses forecast of 40 and previous 36.3.

Russia's central bank to survey crypto investments, lending from Jan 2026 to May 2026; additionally to examine individual digital asset investments linked to crypto prices from Jan 2026 to June 2026. Schedule available at tass.ru. Finance minister Siluanov says crypto regulation bills to be submitted to State Duma in first half of 2026.

Tether issues 1 billion USDT tokens, impacting overall market liquidity.

Dmitry Medvedev extends New Year wishes to Volodymyr Zelensky; "Swan Lake" broadcasted on UVB-76 radio station.

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U.S. October S&P Case-Shiller Index rises 1.31% YoY, beating forecast of 1.1%, down from prior 1.36%

FTSE 100 closes at record high amid investor optimism.

The United States is scheduled to release the ADP Employment data on Wednesday at 16:15 Moscow time.

The U.S. dollar posts its steepest decline against major currencies since 2017, ending 2025 with notable depreciation.

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Property prices in China continue to decline, diminishing the appeal of luxury real estate as an investment and a store of value. Owners of high-end properties are increasingly shifting their focus to cryptocurrencies, according to reports.

Telegram may incorporate integrated casino features, as the platform tests Emoji Stake, a product combining betting and casino elements. Further information available at source.

Venezuela is starting to shut down oil wells amid U.S. sanctions, leading to a halt in oil flows. For more details, visit the full article on Bloomberg.

Russian pipeline gas exports to Europe declined by 44%, reaching levels not seen in decades, according to a Reuters report. For additional information, visit Reuters.

China mandates that domestic chip manufacturers secure a minimum of 50% market share using domestic equipment, Reuters reports.

Ether whales increase buying activity starting December 28, according to Santiment data.

European leaders to convene today at 1300 Moscow time to discuss Ukraine situation.

Lukoil shareholders approve interim dividends of 397 rubles per share.

RNFT's EBITDA for 2025 declines to 42 billion rubles, says President Yevgeny Tolochyok.

Rising complexity in oil and gas extraction as earlier accessible reserves are depleted, leading to higher costs for remaining resources in challenging deposits. Authorities anticipate a prolonged decline in oil and gas revenue levels. Siluanov projected that the share of oil and gas in Russia’s budget revenues will reach 22% by 2026, according to Russia-24.

Russia's Finance Minister Siluanov announced that the Unified Gas Supply System (UGSS) will soon be put up for an open auction, with no delays anticipated.

Russia service sector sees fastest annual growth in December, S&P Global reports.

Interfax consensus forecasts Brent crude to average $63/barrel in 2026, with Urals crude seen at $50/barrel, based on analyst assessments from Russian banks and investment firms.

Demand for AI professionals in Russia is outpacing supply, with the need for AI experts in the Russian economy rising approximately 18% year-on-year in 2025, reports Vedomosti.

Russia's Economy Forecast: Anton Siluanov predicts that by 2026, the Russian economy will transition to sustainable and balanced growth rates, according to an interview with "Rossiya 24."

Russian Ministry of Justice proposes penalties for illegal crypto mining, including fines up to 1.5 million rubles or two years in forced labor; aggravated cases involving large earnings or organized groups could lead to five years' imprisonment, according to details outlined here. More updates available at mt in max.

Montana Asset Management analysts shared a poster resembling The Economist’s annual predictions, featuring cryptic forecasts for 2026. Investors are advised to review whether their previous predictions from 2025 have materialized.

T-Technologies leads blue chips in Tuesday's market, reversing losses as IMOEX declines 0.47%, T advances 0.85%. Analysts cite increased investments in Selectel and quarterly dividends as key factors supporting the stock.

White House Press Secretary Levitt announced that President Trump held a positive phone conversation with President Putin regarding Ukraine.

Ukraine launched a drone attack targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod on December 29 amid ongoing peace negotiations, according to Russian officials. Moscow has pledged to respond, citing a shift in Ukraine’s tactics towards “state terrorism,” and has accused Kyiv—potentially under British influence—of provoking the incident to disrupt peace talks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denied involvement, stating that Russia is sabotaging efforts to achieve peace. mt in max

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Russian Railways Board Approves 2026 Investment Program Valued at 713.6 Billion Rubles