Fed decision draws most dissenting votes since 1992.

Russian industrial investment sentiment drops to 2008-2009 crisis levels as GDP contracts by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2026, according to official data. High interest rates continue to restrict business activity across the manufacturing sector.

According to the Institute of Economic Forecasting of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian industrial investment sentiment has declined to 2008-2009 crisis levels, with only 38% of companies viewing investment levels as normal. Additionally, the Ministry of Economic Development estimates a 0.3% year-on-year decline in GDP for the first quarter of 2026.

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin announces a debt write-off of over 114 billion rubles for 21 regions. The government initiative aims to free up regional budget resources to support local economic development and public services.

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin announced that the government will partially write off budget loan debts for 21 Russian regions, totaling over 114 billion rubles. The measure is intended to free up resources for regional budgets and support economic development.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declares the military campaign against Iran, 'Epic Fury,' concluded. The U.S. is now launching 'Project Freedom' to secure commercial transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the conclusion of the military campaign against Iran, known as 'Epic Fury,' and stated that the U.S. is shifting focus to 'Project Freedom,' a defensive operation to guide commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will discuss Taiwan next week, according toMarco Rubio. Rubio stated that both nations seek to avoid destabilizing the Indo-Pacific region.

Marco Rubio announced thatDonald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are scheduled to discuss the situation regarding Taiwan next week. Rubio stated that both nations aim to avoid destabilizing the Indo-Pacific region.