Gold & Silver Market News — Sep 17, 2026, 20:10–00:10 UTC
US Trade and Tariff Developments
The United States is reportedly delaying a new tariff announcement until after a potential summit between the leaders of the U.S. and China. Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration noted that existing tariffs could increase the cost of its air traffic control modernization plan by $100 million, highlighting the domestic economic effects of trade policy.
Russian Economic Outlook
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the country's budget deficit is projected to be around 2% of its gross domestic product by 2027. This announcement offers a forward-looking view on Russia's long-term fiscal strategy.
US Sanctions Activity
The U.S. government has imposed new sanctions, targeting an Iranian cryptocurrency exchange named BitBank. This measure represents a continuation of economic pressure being applied to entities connected with Iran.
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