π Meta has announced its decision to suspend the international expansion of its Ray-Ban Display smart glasses due to a shortage and high demand in the United States.
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*recognized as extremist and banned in Russia
π At the CES conference, Nvidia's CEO confirmed that demand for the company's products remains exceptionally high.
πΊπΈ Miran, a representative of Trump at the Federal Reserve, announced that the Fed should cut rates by more than 1% this year.
β οΈπ¨π³π―π΅ China is exploring the possibility of tightening the export of rare earth metals (REM) to Japan, according to China Daily. Today, China implemented export controls on dual-use goods to Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan. As the world's largest holder of REM reserves, China actively uses these resources as a key leverage point in various negotiations.
π¨π’οΈπ·πΊ Russian oil exports have sharply declined in recent weeks, continuing into the new year. The 14th consecutive drop in prices, combined with reduced supply volumes, has resulted in the lowest export value since the onset of the special military operation. For more details, visit BBG. Check updates on mt in max.
π¨πΊπ¦ A coordination center for the "coalition of the willing" will be established in Paris, involving the participation of the United States and Ukraine, according to Sky News.
π Caterpillar is set to launch an AI assistant in the first quarter of 2026. The new technology aims to enhance operational efficiency and support decision-making processes within the company. Stay tuned for more updates on this innovative development.
π¨πΊπ¦ The United States is set to provide support to Ukraine in the event of future attacks from Russia, according to a draft report prepared for the upcoming coalition summit. The commitment underscores the U.S. stance on bolstering Ukraine's defense amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. For more details, visit the article on Bloomberg: US TO SUPPORT UKRAINE IN FUTURE RUSSIA ATTACK - SUMMIT DRAFT. Check out additional insights at mt Π² max.
π Lockheed Martin has reached an agreement with the U.S. government to increase production of the latest version of Patriot missile interceptors from the current 600 to 2,000 units annually over the next seven years.
πΊπ¦ The US and EU are optimistic about finalizing security guarantee plans for Ukraine in Paris, according to BBG. Meanwhile, Ukraine and its allies are close to agreeing on essential ceasefire documents, as reported by Politico.
π₯πΊπΈFord's annual vehicle sales in the U.S. have reached their highest level since 2019, according to a report by CNBC. The company experienced a 1% increase, reflecting strong demand and a recovery in the automotive market. This positive trend highlights Ford's resilience and ability to adapt to changing market conditions.
π The volume of stablecoin transfers on the Solana network reached $11.7 trillion in 2025.
π The volume of stablecoin transfers on the Ethereum network reached a record $8 trillion in Q4 2025. Many experts believe that the major beneficiary of the U.S. GENIUS Act on stablecoins is Ethereum, as most stablecoins are deployed on the Ethereum blockchain.
π¨ Ahead
The United States will release its S&P Services/Composite PMI for December at 17:45 Moscow time.
The United States will release its S&P Services/Composite PMI for December at 17:45 Moscow time.
π The latest data from the United States reveals a decline in economic activity for December. The S&P Composite PMI stands at 52.7, down from 54.2, while the S&P Services PMI decreased to 52.5, compared to the previous 54.1.