German Chancellor Scholz: The African Climate Fund will last until 2030.

German Chancellor Scholz: Germany will allocate 4 billion euros for climate projects in Africa.

According to the Ukrainian National News Agency: Army Commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Sersky said that the Ukrainian army continued to block the Russian army in the Kupyansk and Bahmut areas and carried out assault operations south of Bahmut.

COMEX silver futures fell more than 1.00% during the day and are currently trading at $23.61 per ounce.

European stocks opened down 10% after Bayer lost a case against herbicides causing cancer.

Government of Zambia: IMF staff assessment shows debt restructuring with bondholders would violate debt sustainability analysis objectives.

Zambian Government: Currently unable to reach a restructuring agreement with its Eurobond holders.

Microsoft (MSFT.O) CEO Nadella: Will quickly provide the Altman team with the resources it needs.

Microsoft (MSFT.O) CEO Nadella: Altman and Brockman will lead the new Microsoft artificial intelligence team.

Microsoft (MSFT.O) CEO Nadella: Committed to working with OpenAI.

Fitch: Large capex plans by refiners and marketers in Asia Pacific will drive leverage higher.

U.S. natural gas futures fell more than 3.00% during the day and are currently trading at $2.870/million British thermal units.

IMF President Georgieva: Congratulations to Milley on his election as President of Argentina. The International Monetary Fund looks forward to working closely with Milley.

The Russian ruble continues to strengthen against the US dollar, rising above 89.

German Deputy Chancellor and Economy Minister Habeck: The court ruling may mean higher electricity bills for consumers.

German Deputy Chancellor and Economics Minister Habeck: The budget ruling is a huge problem for the transition.