News about World markets

According to the Global Innovation Index 2025 report, compiled by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the Republic of Moldova ranked 74th, placing between Kuwait and the Seychelles.

A marketing campaign during the World Cup helped Coca-Cola boost sales of its key brands. Thanks to strong second-quarter results, the company raised its full-year forecast, and its stock rose by more than 7%, hitting a new all-time high.

One of the most ambitious museum projects of the 21st century has finally been given an opening date. The Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi will welcome its first visitors on December 11, 2026. The Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism made the announcement, bringing to a close nearly two decades of the project, which was first announced back in 2006.

While brands protected their logos in the 20th century, in the 21st century they protect the associations people make with them. Today, legal disputes center not only on company names, but also on colors, patterns, packaging shapes, product silhouettes, and other elements that allow consumers to recognize a brand in a split second.

The British Frasers Group, owned by billionaire Mike Ashley, may become one of Burberry’s largest shareholders. The company has entered into a financial agreement that, under certain conditions, will allow it to acquire a stake representing 4.2% of the British fashion house’s voting shares.

The rate of increase in prices for petroleum products in Moldova is accelerating.

Russia’s Federal Security Service announced that Telegram founder Pavel Durov has been charged with aiding terrorist activities and that an international arrest warrant has been issued for him. The case involves a criminal charge under Part 1.1 of Article 205.1 of the Russian Criminal Code, which establishes liability for aiding terrorism.

On the evening of July 28, the U.S. Senate approved a bill that will allow pressure to be exerted on the Kremlin: 86 votes in favor and 12 against.

A new trend has emerged in Georgia’s real estate market: foreign investors have begun buying apartments in bulk in buildings under construction. Such transactions allow them to secure more favorable terms and anticipate an increase in property values.

Apple set a new all-time record: the company’s market value surpassed $5 trillion for the first time following a rise in its stock price on Tuesday, July 28. The iPhone maker became the world’s largest publicly traded company by market capitalization, surpassing Nvidia and other tech giants.

Zinedine Zidane has officially been named head coach of the French national team, putting an end to years of anticipation surrounding one of the most coveted positions in world soccer. The former national team captain has replaced Didier Deschamps, who, over the course of 14 years, transformed Les Bleus into one of the most successful national teams of modern times.

The week began with a decline in natural gas prices on the European exchange. According to quotes from July 27, 2026, natural gas was trading at 58.94 euros/MWh, compared to 63.58 euros/MWh on July 24. Thus, the price fell by 4.64 euros/MWh, or approximately 7.3%.

The National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) has published new maximum prices for gasoline and diesel fuel, which will take effect on July 29.

U.S. President Donald Trump is an active investor in the American stock market. He often buys shares in companies that he actively criticizes. Analysts note that this is a well-thought-out strategy: buy when prices are low, sell when they peak.

Major players have already invested $20 million to protect Bitcoin from quantum computers.

For the first time, Italy will extend the hours of operation for its most-visited landmarks during the peak of the tourist season. From August 1 through 31, the Colosseum and the Pantheon in Rome, as well as Sforza Castle in Milan, will remain open until late in the evening as part of a pilot program designed to reduce lines, redistribute tourist flows, and make visiting these attractions more comfortable during the summer heat.

The luxury market, estimated to be worth $400 billion, is going through a difficult period. After two years of declining sales, companies had expected a recovery in 2026; however, buyer caution and geopolitical tensions continue to weigh on demand.

Europe will need about $3 trillion to develop its own digital infrastructure and reduce its dependence on foreign technology companies. The funds will be needed to advance artificial intelligence, build data centers, create cloud services, and develop software solutions.

Since the beginning of 2026, nearly 100 crypto projects have ceased operations. The wave of closures has affected virtually the entire industry: major crypto exchanges, decentralized finance (DeFi) services, NFT marketplaces, and blockchain projects have all ceased operations. Many companies were unable to weather the prolonged downturn in the digital asset market and the tightening of regulations.

Fuel prices will rise significantly again tomorrow: diesel will go up by 42 ban, and gasoline by 24 ban.