🇯🇵 The Japanese yen has weakened against the dollar, reaching its lowest point since July 2024. The USDJPY exchange rate is currently above 159.
💥 Bitcoin is testing the $96,000 mark, reaching its highest point in two months.
📈 The IMOEX index has risen by 0.2% during the morning session, indicating a positive trend in the Russian stock market.
⚠️🇷🇺 The Central Bank of Russia has announced a gradual cooling of the microfinance organization (MFO) market. The Bank of Russia anticipates that this trend will continue into 2026.
🌟 Ozon has announced the launch of its own skincare brand, marking a significant step in the e-commerce market. This move is notable as other marketplaces have yet to offer similar products. The brand aims to cater to the growing demand for personal care items among consumers. For more details, visit the full article here.
🌍 European governments are urging the EU leadership to appoint a representative for communication with Russia, aimed at representing their interests in negotiations regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to Politico.
⚠️🇮🇷 Former President Donald Trump indicated that his ultimate goal in Iran is "victory," but did not clarify what that entails. Media reports highlight that satellite images do not indicate an increase in U.S. military strength in the region. American military ships and personnel previously stationed in the Middle East have been redeployed to the Caribbean, significantly limiting the U.S. capability for military action against Iran, according to Politico.
🚀 A surge in whale transactions for Litecoin (LTC) has been observed, indicating a potential rebound, according to Santiment. This uptick could signal a shift in market dynamics for the cryptocurrency. Investors are advised to monitor these developments closely. For more details, visit Santiment.
🇯🇵 According to Yomiuri, Japan's Prime Minister is leaning towards calling for early parliamentary elections on February 8.
⚠️🇮🇷 The United States has requested intelligence from European allies regarding potential targets in the event of a strike on Iran, according to the Washington Post.
🇺🇸 In response to growing concerns regarding the situation in Greenland, a bill titled "Protection of NATO Unity" has been prepared in the US Congress. This legislation aims to prohibit the State Department and the Pentagon from using budget funds for military operations intended to blockade or annex the sovereign territories of NATO member states. For more details, visit FT.
🇺🇸 For the first time in half a century, the United States has seen more immigrants leave the country than arrive, according to a report from the Washington Post. The shift in migration patterns reflects changing economic conditions and policy impacts that are reshaping the landscape for both newcomers and those already in the U.S. For more details, visit WAPO.
🛢🇺🇸🇻🇪 Trump stated that the United States is receiving oil from Venezuela on a daily basis.
🇷🇺 A consensus forecast by "Vedomosti" indicates that inflation in Russia is expected to reach approximately 5% by the year 2026.
⚠️🇮🇷 Former President Donald Trump stated he "knows exactly" what measures the U.S. will take against Iran in response to the suppression of mass protests, although a decision on the actions has yet to be made. Trump declined to specify whether Washington would use military methods or assist protesters through other means, such as cyberattacks.