Belgian Prime Minister: We are currently working on the 14th round of sanctions against Russia and believe that it will be adopted during our term as rotating presidency. We are confident that the 14th round of sanctions against Russia will be introduced in the first half of the year.

Apple (AAPL.O) shares rose nearly 2% in pre-market trading following news that iPhone shipments in China in April increased 52% year-on-year.

Austrian Oil and Gas CEO: The company will not terminate its business early due to climate issues.

CEO of Austrian Oil and Gas Company: The company can supply natural gas to all customers at any time without relying on Russian natural gas.

Market news: Deutsche Bank is reportedly planning to issue panda bonds for the second time this year.

UBS: Raise the S&P 500 index target for the end of 2024 from 5,400 to 5,600.

British Foreign Secretary Cameron: The Israel Defense Forces should conduct a prompt, thorough and transparent investigation after the Rafah air strike.

Russian Central Bank: Corporate and mortgage growth accelerated in April.

Nasdaq 100 futures extended gains, rising 0.5% to hit a session high.

Hungarian Central Bank: The banking system is stable and has strong resistance to shocks.

Market news: Spain denies plans to abolish energy windfall tax.

Unite: Additional strike action will affect Downley nuclear power station as part of an ongoing pay dispute.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Ukraine will receive 977 million euros in military aid from Belgium this year.

Market news: Thailand expects its public debt to GDP ratio to peak at 68.9% in fiscal 2027.

Market news: Thailand has raised its forecast for the ratio of public debt to GDP for fiscal years 2024-2028.

Market News: Thailand has expanded its budget deficit forecast range for fiscal years 2024 to 2028.

Malaysian Prime Minister: Malaysia will allocate US$5.3 billion for the semiconductor industry.

Federal Reserve’s Kashkari: We need to wait and see and have more confidence in prices.

Market News: Ukrainian President Zelensky arrived in Belgium for a state visit.

Czech Prime Minister: Reiterated that the first ammunition supplies under the Czech initiative will arrive in Ukraine in June.