⚠️🇺🇸 US national debt is on an unstable trajectory, according to Bessent. The forecast suggests that the ceiling for US debt will be raised. For more information, visit here.

✨ The DeFi Development Corporation has acquired 82,404 SOL tokens for its balance.

⚠️🛢🇪🇺🇷🇺 The European Commission has proposed adding more individuals and over 100 vessels linked to Russia's shadow fleet in its 17th sanctions package against Moscow. The exemption from sanctions for the Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project will be extended until June next year due to its significance for Japan. — RTRS

🌫 Palladium prices have increased by 3%.

🌍 The European Central Bank (ECB) has established an innovation hub involving 70 organizations to test the digital euro project as the preparation phase nears its conclusion. For more details, visit the link: here.

🇮🇳🇬🇧 Britain and India have struck a trade agreement amid tariff tensions with the United States. The deal outlines a gradual reduction of import duties by India, with the majority of goods traded expected to become "completely duty-free within a decade."

💼 Finance Minister Anton Siluanov announced that the 2025 budget does not include projected dividend revenues from Gazprom. This decision signifies a shift in fiscal planning, reflecting the current economic landscape and potential challenges ahead for the state-run energy giant. Further details on the implications for the budget and Gazprom's operations are expected in the coming discussions.

❗️🇷🇺 The Russian Ministry of Finance is exploring various options to support ALROSA, including the possibility of purchasing diamonds from the State Fund - Siluanov - IF.

🇷🇺 The Russian Finance Ministry does not observe any increase in interest from non-residents in OFZ bonds, according to Minister Anton Siluanov. This statement was reported by TASS.

🚨Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov stated that there is no point in changing the requirements for exporters regarding currency sales. He noted that the actual sales and repatriation of revenues exceed existing norms, indicating no reason for adjustments at this time. For more details, visit here.

⚠️🛢 The U.S. Department of Energy has lowered its forecast for Brent crude oil prices in 2025 to $65.85, down from the previous estimate of $67.87.

⚠️🇷🇺 To cover this year's budget deficit caused by low oil prices, authorities will need to tap into reserves. Approximately ₽450 billion is planned to be withdrawn from the National Wealth Fund, according to Siluanov.

🚨 Former President Donald Trump has promised a significant announcement ahead of his trip to Saudi Arabia. Trump indicated that this major reveal could come on Thursday, Friday, or Monday.

🚨 Former President Donald Trump has hinted at a potential review of the USMCA trade agreement with Canada and Mexico. He indicated that the U.S. might consider dissolving this pact. For more details, visit here.

🇺🇸🇨🇦 Trump expressed optimism about future relations with Canada, stating, "We will be friends with Canada." His comments reflect a desire to strengthen ties between the two nations amid ongoing discussions about tariffs and trade policies. The remarks come as both countries navigate complex economic issues, aiming for collaboration and mutual benefit. For more details, visit here.

🚨🇺🇸 Trump on the upcoming "big announcement":

- In the coming days, it will not necessarily pertain to trade.

🎉 On May 7, GTRK will hold a meeting regarding dividends for the year 2024. For more details, visit here.

🇨🇦 The Canadian dollar has reached its highest value in seven months against the US dollar amid negotiations between Mark Carney and Donald Trump.

🌟 New Hampshire has become the first state in the United States to pass legislation for the establishment of a crypto-reserve.

⚠️🇮🇳🇵🇰 The Defense Minister of Pakistan, Khawaja Asif, has stated that a confrontation between Pakistan and India is "inevitable." He emphasized that Pakistan will destroy any Indian constructions aimed at stopping the flow of water through the Baglihar Dam.

🚫🛢🇨🇳🇺🇸 China has halted imports of American oil, signaling a negative impact for U.S. shale drillers. This decision reflects ongoing trade tensions between the two nations. For more details, visit BBG.