⚠️ Representatives of the business community surveyed by Vedomosti have indicated the need for a more substantial reduction in the key interest rate to enhance the financial health of companies.

⚠️ Senator Graham, who has been added to Russia's list of terrorists and extremists, announced he has 84 major sponsors for a sanctions bill aimed at Russia, China, and India. He described the legislation as an economic "bunker buster" and stated that the time to vote has come, expressing confidence it will be passed.

🇺🇸 The Bank of New York Mellon is exploring the possibility of merging with Northern Trust. For more details, visit the link here.

💥✴️ Bitcoin has surged past $102,000 after some investors sold it for less than $99,000. The recent price movement highlights the volatility of the cryptocurrency market and the potential for rapid gains. Investors are closely monitoring the situation as Bitcoin continues to attract attention and scrutiny from both enthusiasts and analysts alike.

🇷🇺🇮🇷 Today, President Putin is set to meet with the Iranian Foreign Minister.

⚠️🇺🇸 Ray Dalio warns of significant uncertainty and negativity in the U.S. economy. He states that the Federal Reserve is struggling to balance lowering interest rates while maintaining currency value.

🚀 CZ states, "Remember, by definition, everything that happens before the next ATH is a correction." This remark emphasizes the cyclical nature of the cryptocurrency market, suggesting that current fluctuations are part of a larger trend leading to future highs. For more insights, visit this link.

🇷🇺 The head of "Promomed" stated in a recent interview that in a few years, society will regard cancer much like a migraine. For more insights, read the full interview.

⚠️🇬🇧 British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has expressed concerns about a "significant moment of danger" following recent US attacks on Iran. He emphasized the need for careful diplomatic measures to mitigate escalating tensions in the region. The remarks highlight the potential for increased geopolitical instability amid ongoing conflicts. For more information, visit BBC.

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🚀 The cryptocurrency exchange OKX is considering an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, according to a report from The Information. The move could mark a significant development in the crypto industry as exchanges look to expand their operations and access public markets. For more details, visit The Information.

📊 Upcoming economic indicators will be released today. Germany will report its Manufacturing, Services, and Composite PMI for June at 10:30 AM Moscow time. Following that, the Eurozone will announce its Manufacturing, Services, and Composite PMI for June at 11:00 AM Moscow time. Finally, the United Kingdom will release its Manufacturing, Services, and Composite PMI for June at 11:30 AM Moscow time.

🛢 Oil prices have fallen back to levels seen last Friday, prior to the U.S. strike on Iran. However, the situation remains highly uncertain as Iran vows to respond forcefully to the U.S. actions. Experts continue to monitor developments in the Strait of Hormuz closely.

⚠️🇮🇷 An Iranian legislator announced that a bill has been proposed to suspend Tehran's cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, according to IRNA. The Iranian Parliament intends to pass this bill due to the agency's politicized stance, as stated by the speaker. Furthermore, an attack on Iran would lead the country to conclude that developing an atomic bomb is now essential for deterring future adversaries, according to the Arms Control Association.

🚨 Germany's economic indicators show improvement as of June's preliminary data. The Composite PMI rose to 50.4, up from 48.5. The Manufacturing PMI also increased to 49, compared to the previous 48.3. Meanwhile, the Services PMI climbed to 49.4, significantly higher than the earlier figure of 47.1. These developments reflect a potential stabilization in Germany's economic landscape.

💥🇺🇸 Futures for SP500 have fully closed the "Iran gap down" and have rebounded to the closing level of last Friday, prior to the US strike on Iran.

🛢🇷🇺 "Yamal LNG" has dispatched its first shipment of fuel to the East this season via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev has stated that the NSR will provide Russia with a competitive advantage and serve as an alternative to the Suez Canal. Meanwhile, Sergey Naryshkin emphasized the NSR as a natural competitive edge for Russia. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin previously noted the route's importance amid sanctions that disrupt logistics chains.

⚠️🇪🇺🇮🇷 The EU may reinstate sanctions against Iran if no agreement is reached on the nuclear dossier, according to Kallas.

🚨 The Eurozone's preliminary report for June shows mixed signals in its economy. The Composite PMI remains stable at 50.2, unchanged from the previous month. The Manufacturing PMI holds at 49.4, also consistent with prior data. However, the Services PMI has improved slightly to 50, up from 49.7. These figures indicate a cautious outlook for economic activity in the region.

🚨 Colin Wu reports significant unlocks in tokens this week.