⚠️ The strengthening of the ruble has reduced the "cushion" of Surgutneftegas in the first quarter by 700 billion rubles, bringing it down to 5.7 trillion rubles, according to calculations by Interfax.

🏡 The Bank of Russia's decision to lower the key interest rate from 21% to 20% is seen as a positive signal for the real estate market, according to experts. This change could potentially stimulate investment and activity in the sector, benefiting both buyers and sellers. For further details, visit TAСС.

💥✴️ Bitcoin (BTC) reached $104,000, following its near $100,000 price point yesterday.

🇷🇺 Sberbank anticipates a new reduction in the key interest rate by 1 percentage point in July, lowering it from the current 20%. By the end of the year, the bank predicts the rate will be at 17%.

🚨 Ahead

The Central Bank of Russia will hold a press conference at 15:00 Moscow time.

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⚠️🇺🇸 Tesla is in a state of desperation with the Cybertruck, launching its largest discount to date. The move comes as the company strives to boost sales and interest in the much-anticipated vehicle. For more details, visit Electrek.

🚨 The high interest rates have emerged as a key factor in the strengthening of the Russian ruble, according to Elvira Nabiullina. The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) observes a stable supply of currency in the Russian market despite the decline in oil prices. More details can be found at this link.

🇷🇺 New index calculation bases for the Moscow Exchange will take effect on June 20. For more details, visit here.

🚨 Ahead

The United States will release its Non-Farm Payrolls data for May at 15:30 MSK, alongside the unemployment rate for the same month at 15:30 MSK.

⚠️🇷🇺 Experts have expressed concerns over what they describe as an "unusual rate cut," referencing Friday's market downturn. The unexpected situation has raised questions among analysts regarding the implications for the Russian economy. For more insights, visit here.

🔥🇺🇸 The United States reported non-farm payrolls for May at 139,000, exceeding expectations of 126,000, though revised figures show a previous count of 177,000 was adjusted to 147,000. The unemployment rate for May remains steady at 4.2%, matching prior expectations. For more details, visit BLS.

🚀 Major tech companies, including Apple, X, and Airbnb, are increasingly exploring the integration of cryptocurrencies into their operations. This trend reflects a growing interest in digital currencies among large corporations. For more details, visit Fortune.

⚠️🇺🇸 Former President Donald Trump is contemplating selling his stake in Tesla, a company he acquired during his close relationship with Elon Musk. This information was reported by the Wall Street Journal.

🇺🇸 Trump continues to praise himself amid his conflict with Musk, boasting about his handling of U.S. issues. "America is hot! Six months ago it was cold as ice! The border is closed, prices are down, and wages are up!" he declared, emphasizing his administration's achievements in dealing with economic challenges.

⚡️ The Russian ruble continues to dominate as it faces ongoing challenges. Recent monitoring shows a significant impact on the currency's performance, raising concerns among traders and investors alike. Analysts are closely watching the situation to gauge future trends and market responses. For more details, visit here.

⚠️🇷🇺 The Moscow Exchange Index (IMOEX) has seen a decline of 1.5%.

🇺🇦 NATO will limit discussions regarding Ukraine at the Hague to avoid provoking Trump, according to RTRS.

🚀 Russia will formulate bold plans for the development of its space industry, according to President Vladimir Putin. This announcement was made during a recent briefing, highlighting the country's commitment to advancing its capabilities in space exploration and technology. For more details, visit TASS.

🚨 The press conference held by the Central Bank of Russia has concluded.

⚠️🇺🇸 Experts from the Wall Street Journal indicate that the May employment report allows the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged throughout the summer.

💥✴️🇺🇸 CRCL surged by 20% following yesterday's debut, which saw an impressive increase of 168%.