Yale University has been designated an “undesirable organization” by the Prosecutor General’s Office of Russia on July 9, 2023, due to its activities perceived as threatening to Russian sovereignty.

• Yale University is accused of working to provide legal justification for the seizure of Russian assets by Western nations.
• Designation announced by the Prosecutor General’s Office of Russia.
• The university is implicated in undermining Russia’s economic stability and supporting the funding of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

President Donald Trump announced a new 50% tariff on copper imports to the US, set to take effect by the end of July, as part of a broader strategy to protect American industries.

• US imported about 810,000 metric tons of refined copper last year, with Chile being the largest supplier.
• Howard Lutnick, Commerce Secretary, expects Trump to formalize the tariff decision soon.
• The move raises uncertainty in the industry, as some are awaiting specific exemptions for certain countries and products.

The exodus of firms from the London Stock Exchange signals a critical moment for the UK's financial services sector, prompting calls for urgent action from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).

• 213 firms have left since 2016, with 88 exiting last year alone.
• Rupert Soames, CBI chair, advocates for regulatory changes to attract investment.
• The UK stock market faces increased competition as notable companies like ARM Holdings and Just Eat move their listings abroad.