... to the rate are anticipated, Jerome Powell's comments (a press conference immediately after the announcement) will be closely analyzed for hints about future policy. Investors await signals on how the fight against inflation correlates with economic risks. 21:30 (Brazil): Central Bank of Brazil rate decision. Latin American markets will react to this step, especially in the context of global monetary policy trends. Corporate Earnings: Before Market Open: HSBC Holdings, Automatic Data Processing (ADP),...

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... ruble to dollar exchange rate forecast for late 2024 depends on many factors, including oil prices, inflation, interest rates, and the geopolitical situation. Experts give different estimates, taking into account current economic conditions and possible risks. The Russian Ministry of Economic Development expects the exchange rate to be around 93.8 rubles per dollar. This forecast is based on stable revenues from oil and gas exports, as well as possible support measures from the Bank of Russia. SberCIB ...

... Moscow fail to cease hostilities in Ukraine by the designated deadline of August 8. Although this deadline has passed, the U.S. signals that it is prepared to further tighten sanctions pressure on importers of Russian fuel. Both India and China may be at risk of American sanctions. The U.S. Department of the Treasury has already stated the possibility of a 100% tariff on all exports from China to the U.S. as punishment for Chinese companies’ purchases of Russian oil. Paradoxically, Washington is simultaneously ...