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Kremlin Strikes Optimistic Tone as Officials Praise Trump’s Approach

  Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev attends an interview with Reuters, TASS and WarGonzo in the Moscow region, Russia January 29, 2026. Dmitry Medvedev's Secretariat. Russian officials have adopted a noticeably warmer tone toward U.S. President Donald Trump, offering public praise that signals a potential shift in the diplomatic atmosphere between Washington and Moscow. Recent comments from senior Russian figures highlight what they describe as Trump’s decisiveness and willingness to pursue negotiated solutions to global conflicts. Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, characterized Trump as an “effective leader” whose unconventional style reflects a pragmatic focus on results. He suggested that Trump’s stated interest in ending the war in Ukraine could open the door to renewed dialogue. President Vladimir Putin echoed this sentiment, calling Trump a resilient and courageous figure, particularly in light of recent threats to...
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Stock Market Update: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Futures Rise After CPI Surprise

 

Investors are closely monitoring the stock market today as S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures show upward momentum following a surprising inflation report. Here are the key highlights:

  1. CPI Surprise: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February revealed a 3.2% year-over-year increase in consumer prices, indicating elevated inflation. This data is crucial for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision.

  2. Boeing Issues Impact Southwest: Southwest Airlines (LUV) announced capacity cuts due to ongoing problems with Boeing’s (BA) 737 Max planes. Investors are closely watching how this development affects the airline industry.

  3. Oracle’s Strong Earnings: Tech giant Oracle (ORCL) reported better-than-expected fiscal third-quarter earnings. Additionally, Oracle teased an upcoming announcement with chipmaker NVIDIA (NVDA), driving its stock price higher.

  4. Market Expectations: The CPI release influences market expectations regarding the timing of a potential Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. The “core” CPI, which excludes food and energy prices, rose by 0.4% in February and 3.1% year-on-year, surpassing estimates.

  5. Bitcoin Continues Rally: Bitcoin (BTC-USD) reached a record high of $72,120, driven by surging inflows into crypto assets. Some predict bitcoin could reach as high as $350,000 this year.

  6. Corporate Developments: Oracle’s cloud computing progress and collaboration with NVIDIA are boosting investor confidence.


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