🚀 Asian company Metaplanet (MTPLF) has added another 1,005 BTC to its balance, following the trend of corporate investments in cryptocurrency. Today, the company's acquisition will be officially reported by Strategy.
🇺🇸🇮🇳 The United States and India are poised to sign a comprehensive trade agreement this fall, according to Politico.
⚡ The increase in electricity prices for industrial consumers will exceed 20% after the indexing on July 1, affecting over 40 guaranteed suppliers. Analysts attribute this rise to the high key interest rate, which raises companies' borrowing costs, and the shift of some industries to independent energy suppliers, increasing the burden on remaining customers. — Ъ
🇪🇺 European markets are increasingly difficult to overlook as they show signs of recovery. European stocks in the first half of 2025 outperformed US equities by a record margin in dollar terms, highlighting the region's resurgence after more than a decade of stagnation. For more details, visit BBG.
🚀 Robinhood has launched micro futures for Bitcoin (BTC), Solana (SOL), and Ripple (XRP). This move expands the trading options for users on the platform, allowing them to engage with these cryptocurrencies in a more accessible way. For more information, visit Robinhood's official site.
⚠️🇷🇺 The Russian stock market is currently facing challenges in attracting investors due to several factors, including a complex geopolitical situation, a lack of guarantees for minority shareholder rights in disputes, and high guaranteed returns on bank deposits. Business identified obstacles to the development of the Russian stock market.
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🌍 Canada has rescinded a digital services tax set to take effect on June 30, aiming to resume trade talks with the US. Former President Trump had previously halted discussions over what he termed Ottawa's "brazen attack." The objective of these negotiations…
🇺🇸🇨🇦 The United States and Canada have agreed to continue trade negotiations to finalize a deal by July 21, according to the Canadian government.
✈️ The first stage of testing for the VK-800 aircraft engine has been successfully completed in Novosibirsk, as reported by Interfax. The development marks a significant milestone in Russia's aviation industry. Further details on the testing phase are expected to be released soon.
💡 The Russian government is considering a 10% price indexation for gas twice a year, which could impose an annual burden of 85 billion rubles on large industrial enterprises. Meanwhile, gas-generating companies are urging that any changes be accompanied by increased tariffs for heat and electricity. They warn that without these adjustments, the sectors could face losses and reductions in maintenance programs. — Ъ
⚡ The ongoing crisis in the coal industry is prompting companies to consolidate, with smaller enterprises likely to merge with stronger ones, while inefficient production capacities are expected to be reduced. This statement comes from the Ministry of Energy. For more details, visit TASS.
⚠️🇷🇺 Companies have significantly reduced their investments under the agreements for the protection and encouragement of capital investments (SZPK) in 2024, cutting them by nearly 1.5 times to 960 billion rubles, according to "Izvestia." This decline comes despite the benefits offered by the mechanism. Although these projects were exempt from increased taxation, the high key interest rate has hindered financing for long-term initiatives. — Izvestia
🤖 A football match featuring humanoid robots took place in China. This event showcased the advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence, drawing attention from tech enthusiasts and sports fans alike. The match demonstrated the capabilities of these robots in a competitive environment, highlighting China's commitment to innovation in technology.