The Kremlin said U.S. investigations previously confirmed there was no Russian interference in U.S. elections.

Spot platinum fell about 3% to $1,624.10/oz.

More than 10 STAR Market-listed AI supply-chain companies will exhibit latest products at WAIC 2026 via booth displays covering the full chain from compute chips to terminal applications. By July 16 evening, 32 STAR Market firms had disclosed 2026 HY profit guidance; 30 were positive — 22 forecast YoY net profit growth and six expect to return to profit. The companies span semiconductors, electronic materials, high-end equipment, biopharma and lithium batteries.