
Russia to Join G20 Energy Talks as Markets Watch Security Risks
Russia is expected at next week’s G20 energy talks in Houston, putting energy security and sanctions risk back in focus for investors.

Russia is expected at next week’s G20 energy talks in Houston, putting energy security and sanctions risk back in focus for investors.

Houthi forces captured Mocha, strengthening their position near Bab el-Mandeb and raising investor concerns over oil supply and market volatility.

A Reuters report says the U.S. told Russia not to expect sanctions relief before the war in Ukraine ends, reinforcing geopolitical risk for investors.

A social media uproar over first ID-card fees in Uzbekistan is drawing attention to rising indexed charges and how the country compares with regional peers.

Uzbekistan auctions 100% stake in Gold Moon Tashkent for UZS 316.7 billion, despite significant debt and mixed financial results affecting market sentiment.

Germany’s wage gap between native and foreign full-time workers remains 23.6% in 2025, highlighting ongoing labor market disparities with potential implications for investors.

Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv kill nine and injure 23, escalating geopolitical risks that impact investor confidence and capital markets.

US military strikes against Iran enter tenth day, heightening risks for energy markets and global investors amid escalating Middle East tensions.

US military strikes against Iran following attacks on commercial vessels have led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil supply and increasing market volatility.

Germany’s 2027 budget plans increased defense spending and borrowing, raising concerns over fiscal sustainability and potential impacts on capital markets and investors.

The EU postpones naming a negotiator with Russia, focusing instead on new sanctions targeting financial and defense sectors amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.

North Korea's recent missile tests have triggered cautious market reactions, affecting equities and bonds in the region amid rising geopolitical risks.

Uzbekistan's meat imports surged 62.8% in early 2026 amid slowing domestic production, driving price inflation that impacts capital markets and investor outlooks.

The Central Bank keeps the key rate at 14%, balancing declining inflation against rising food prices and external risks, impacting capital markets and investor outlook.

Uzbekistan's suspension of gold exports since September 2025 led to a nearly 30% drop in exports, shifting trade dynamics and affecting market sentiment in early 2026.

Oil prices surged over 7% after U.S. President Trump's threats against Iran, intensifying geopolitical risks and impacting capital markets.

Uzbekistan's banking sector grew its credit portfolio to 623.3 trillion soms in Q1 2026, but non-performing loans rose by 1.8 trillion soms, mainly in state banks, impacting market risk assessments.

US forces seized an Iranian cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, prompting Tehran to accuse Washington of ceasefire violations, heightening geopolitical risks impacting energy markets and investor sentiment.