U.S. and Burundi oil prices fell by more than 0.5 US dollars in the short term, now trading at US$72.90/barrel and US$77.47/barrel respectively, down 0.72% and 0.66% respectively during the day.

Israel Defense Forces: Since the outbreak of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict on October 7, the number of Israeli military deaths has risen to 408.

Hamas official: There will be no negotiations or exchange of detainees until aggression against Gaza stops.

According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll: U.S. President Biden’s public approval rating is 40%, a slight increase from 39% last month.

The intraday decline in palladium spot prices widened to 5%.

Central Bank of Russia: Annual inflation will continue to increase in the coming months due to low base effect.

Central Bank of Russia: Data show economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter.

Central Bank of Russia: Transition to slower price growth will take time.

Central Bank of Russia: Residents’ savings activities have increased, and loan demand in some areas has begun to decline.

The Central Bank of Russia: Returning the inflation rate to the 4% target in 2024 may require a period of tightening monetary policy.

Central Bank of Russia: Strong growth in prices and credit remains at previous levels, and inflation expectations remain high.

According to the US political news website Politico: McHenry, chairman of the US House of Representatives Financial Services Committee, will not seek re-election.

Brazilian Central Bank Governor Neto: Local inflation is trending towards the level we expected.

Brazilian Central Bank Governor Neto: Since the last interest rate decision, the global situation outlook has changed slightly, and economic growth seems to have begun to slow down.

GBP/USD fell below 1.26, setting a new low in a week and falling 0.26% on the day.

Brazilian Central Bank Governor Neto: A 50 basis point interest rate cut is an appropriate pace.

Swedish Defense Minister: Will sign a defense cooperation agreement with the United States on Tuesday.