... minutes from the latest meeting of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) were released. Investors are closely examining this document for hints about the future trajectory of interest rates. In July, the RBA left rates unchanged, but the minutes reveal the regulator's position: if the text indicates confidence in the labor market and GDP growth amid ongoing inflation risks, this signals a potential rate hike at the next meeting. Conversely, softened rhetoric and emphasis on slowing inflation could be interpreted ...

... year-on-year is anticipated. A confident GDP figure will amplify optimism in the market, while weak numbers could heighten recession fears. The culmination of the day will be the Federal Reserve's meeting: the decision will be announced at 21:00 MSK. The regulator is expected to keep the base rate unchanged (in the current range of ~5.25–5.5%), despite political pressure and calls for cuts. Investors will closely listen to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the press conference (at 21:30 ...

... signs of economic slowdown have intensified conversations about an imminent shift in monetary policy. Yields on long-term U.S. Treasury bonds have declined, and the dollar has weakened. Slowing inflation in the U.S. (core ~3.3% y/y in June) provides the regulator with additional room to maneuver. Expectations for a more dovish Fed are now dominant – investors are convinced that the fight against inflation will soon give way to economic stimulus. Europe: Trade Compromise with the U.S. and Economic Slowdown ...

... return of foreign investments to the Russian market. While attracting foreign capital is not the focus of plans, the lack of international financing creates a greater burden on domestic resources. Moreover, investors pay attention to the stability of regulations: any sudden changes in taxation or trading restrictions could undermine trust and slow market growth. These challenges require a comprehensive solution. In particular, the special segment for the IPO of technology companies proposed by the ...

... Investors need assurance and protective mechanisms to limit manipulation and fraud. On the flip side, harsh measures could weaken the dynamism of the crypto market, where genuinely innovative projects are often launched. Achieving a balance between regulation and developmental freedom is key to a healthy crypto market. This case could set a precedent that compels crypto projects to reconsider their marketing approaches while strengthening regulation, which in the long run might lead to a more mature ...