🚨🇷🇺 MOL has signed a binding preliminary agreement with Gazprom Neft to acquire a 56.15% stake in NIS. The purchase deal is expected to be finalized by March 31, pending approval from OFAC and Serbian authorities, according to MOL. Additionally, MOL is in talks with ADNOC to join NIS as a minority shareholder.

⚠️🇬🇱 A significant number of military personnel from Denmark are set to arrive in Greenland on January 19, according to TV2, citing representatives from the Danish Armed Forces.

🌎 Markets showed mixed results today, with gold rising by 2% and silver increasing by 5%. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 futures declined by 1%, and the Stoxx 50 index fell by 1.6%. Bitcoin also experienced a downturn, dropping by 2%.

🇲🇩 Moldova is preparing to fully withdraw from the CIS, announced Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi.

🇷🇺 Sberbank is acquiring a stake in the microelectronics manufacturer Element. The asset is valued at approximately 24 billion rubles, with the entire group estimated to be worth over 50 billion rubles. — Kommersant

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⚠️🇺🇦 The European Union is considering the establishment of a new military alliance with Ukraine, excluding the United States. According to Politico, the format of a "coalition of the willing" could serve as a foundation for this new alliance. The potential military strength of the coalition could be significant, incorporating both nuclear and non-nuclear states. Ukrainian President Zelensky's involvement adds another layer of intrigue to the discussions. — Politico

⚠️🇬🇧 Britain faces the threat of recession due to Trump's tariff increases amounting to £22 billion, according to The Telegraph.

🚨🇮🇪 Elon Musk is reportedly considering the acquisition of the Irish airline Ryanair. This potential move could shake up the aviation industry and lead to significant changes in the airline's operations. Further details about the negotiations and Musk's intentions remain unclear.

🌟 Bermuda has partnered with Coinbase and Circle to develop a blockchain-based economy. This collaboration aims to enhance the island's financial landscape through innovative digital solutions. For more information, visit Coinbase and Circle.

🌎 Former President Donald Trump is set to sign an agreement to establish a Peace Council on January 22 in Davos, according to BBG.

⚠️🇪🇺🇺🇸 Europe may begin selling American stocks and bonds in response to Trump resuming the trade war. This move has significant implications for the geopolitical landscape and financial markets, as tensions between the U.S. and Europe escalate. The situation is evolving, and analysts are closely monitoring the potential impact on global investments. For more details, visit BBG and mt в max.

⚠️🇪🇺🇺🇸 Deutsche Bank suggests that Europe may begin selling American assets in response to escalating tensions with the U.S., which could lead to a decline in the dollar. Currently, Europe holds $8 trillion in U.S. stocks and bonds. The bank highlights that the U.S. has one significant vulnerability: its reliance on global financing. Europe may decide it no longer wishes to support American economic activities.

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🇯🇵 The ruling party of Japan is exploring the possibility of nationalizing newly identified remote islands with unclear or undefined ownership. This move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen Japan's territorial claims. For more details, visit Nikkei.

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🌟 Deloitte has released a forecast for payment trends in 2026. The report highlights the convergence of stablecoins, the global financial messaging standard ISO 20022, and AI agents into a unified infrastructure. For more insights, visit mt in max.

⚠️🇪🇺🇺🇸 The United States has a response to the threat posed by Europeans selling American assets, according to experts. They highlight Europe's significant dependence on energy as a key factor in this geopolitical landscape. Experts suggest that this reliance could play a crucial role in the ongoing economic tensions between the two regions.

⚠️🌎 Ray Dalio warns that the current fiat monetary system, domestic political order, and international geopolitical order are collapsing, putting the world on the brink of war. For more insights, visit mt в max.

⚠️🇪🇺🇺🇸 European allies have restricted intelligence sharing with the United States amid concerns regarding Greenland. Additionally, the UK, once seen as America's key geopolitical partner, is now viewed by Washington as merely "part of Europe." This shift underscores rising tensions and changing dynamics within NATO. — iPaper mt in max

🌎 Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, will warn at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 20 that modern capitalism faces a legitimacy crisis and must evolve to maintain public trust. He will describe the forum as the largest gathering of global leaders in the post-COVID era, acknowledging that many issues discussed affect those who never attend. Fink will emphasize that prosperity should be felt by the majority and highlight AI's potential impact on the workforce. More discussions are needed beyond the "Alpine bubble." mt в max

🇷🇺 "Rostec" has no plans to sell its stake in Element Group, a source close to the company told TASS.

Rostec owns 41.6% of Element Group.

🌍 Today’s Calendar — January 20, 2026

The World Economic Forum continues in Davos for its second day. China will announce its Loan Prime Rate (LPR) at 04:15 Moscow time, followed by the UK's unemployment figures for November at 10:00. Germany and the Eurozone will release ZEW Economic Sentiment data at 13:00. The US will report its weekly ADP Employment figures at 16:15.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov will hold a major press conference on the activities of Russian diplomacy in 2025. A meeting between Whitcoff, Kushner, and Kirill Dmitriev is anticipated in Davos, and asset sales for Domodedovo Airport are set to take place.

Earnings reports include Sberbank (RPBU December 2025), Henderson (2025 operational results), 3M at 14:30, US Bancorp at 14:45, Netflix at 00:00, United Airlines at 00:00, and Interactive Brokers at 00:00.