📈 The number of individual investors with brokerage accounts on the Moscow Exchange (MOEX) reached 36.9 million by the end of May 2025, an increase of 287,000 for the month. These investors have opened a total of 68.8 million accounts. Over 3.6 million people engaged in trading on the MOEX, including 315,000 qualified private investors. — Moscow Exchange

🚫🇷🇺 Shareholders of Buryatzoloto have approved the decision to forgo dividend payments for 2024.

❗️🇷🇺 Sberbank may see a systemic importance surcharge rise to 2.5%, according to the bank's financial director. This adjustment will be incorporated into the new strategy.

⚠️🇪🇺 NATO is set to increase its current defense readiness targets by 30% to deter Russia, according to DPA.

🛢🇺🇸 The urgent need for electricity driven by artificial intelligence is prompting the United States to reinstate the use of dirtier gas turbines. This shift aims to meet the growing energy demands associated with AI technologies. For more information, visit BBG.

🌟 A Chinese firm, Webus, has submitted an application to the U.S. SEC seeking to raise $300 million for the purchase of XRP and the integration of the Ripple payment system.

⚠️ The Central Bank of Russia is expected to lower its key interest rate or signal an upcoming policy easing during its June 6 meeting, according to experts surveyed by "Kommersant-Investments." They warn that the Russian economy is slowing rapidly, raising concerns about a potential recession rather than a "soft landing." Even with a rate cut, the Russian stock market may struggle to maintain current levels, with the impacts of the slowdown affecting all participants, analysts caution.

⚠️🇷🇺 Liquid assets in Russia's National Wealth Fund, the country's reserve for emergencies, fell by 14% in May. This decline is attributed to increasing expenses related to Ukraine and declining oil prices, which are putting pressure on the budget — BBG.

💥🌎 The global stock index has set a new record, reflecting a significant surge in market performance. Investors are closely monitoring the trends as this milestone could signal further economic developments. For more details, visit here.

🇷🇺 The Russian Ministry of Finance has successfully placed the OFZ bonds 26233, raising 69.7 billion rubles amid a demand of 121.8 billion rubles. The weighted average price stood at 55.2421%, with a weighted average yield of 15.29%. For more details, visit the official reports: link and link.

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🚀 Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino stated in an interview with Bloomberg TV that the company's main interests will remain outside the United States. For more details, visit the article here.

🇷🇺 The SPB Exchange has announced its trading schedule for the period from June 12 to June 15. Trading will occur continuously throughout this time. For more details, please refer to the official release.

🚨 The Board of Directors of ABRAU has announced the 2024 dividends. The amount is set at 5.01 RUB per share. The General Meeting will take place on June 26.

⚠️🇺🇸 New tariffs imposed by Trump have led to a decline in supply and business activity among American manufacturers. Some companies are comparing the current situation to the crisis of 2020, triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report from the American Institute for Supply Management. For more details, visit here.

🚨 Ahead

🇺🇸 The United States will release the ADP Nonfarm Employment report for May at 15:15 Moscow time.

⚠️🇪🇺🇷🇺 The European Commission may announce measures on June 17 to impose a ban on gas imports from Russia, alongside restrictions on oil and uranium. — BBG

🚨 The ADP Nonfarm Employment report for May reveals a growth of 37,000 jobs in the United States, falling short of the expected increase of 111,000. The previous month's figure was revised to show an addition of 60,000 jobs. For more information, visit ADP.

🚀 Semler Scientific (SMLR) has added $20 million in Bitcoin (BTC) to its balance sheet. This significant investment underscores the growing trend of corporate adoption of cryptocurrencies.

🚨 Notable trader James Wynn, currently under scrutiny, may soon face liquidation. His current liquidation price for a long position in BTC stands at $104,720. Wynn previously announced his goal to earn $1 billion during this market cycle.

🚨 In a surprising turn of events, some experts are rallying behind the phrase "Forward, Mother-in-law!" as they analyze the Russian economy and the value of the ruble. The commentary reflects a mix of optimism and skepticism regarding the country's financial outlook. Analysts continue to monitor the situation closely, anticipating potential shifts in economic stability and currency performance. For more insights, visit here.