Russia's prime minister said 2027 GDP growth is expected to be 1.4%.

European Commission spokesman Olof Gill said on Thursday the EU is concerned by reports that the US plans to ban diesel exports, warning such supply disruptions could hurt markets on both sides of the Atlantic. Gill said high-level contacts with the US government are ongoing and the EU expects consultation between close partners before taking measures that affect shared markets. Reports said Washington was preparing a 90-day diesel export ban after diesel prices surged ahead of the midterm elections; US Energy Secretary Wright denied a ban and said the government is considering voluntary, not compulsory, measures.

The U.S. Senate voted 50-49 to defeat a measure that would have required the president to withdraw U.S. forces from hostile actions against Iran. The vote split largely along party lines; four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the resolution. Held ahead of the midterms, lawmakers tied the Iran conflict to recent energy price rises, saying higher gasoline and diesel costs are creating political pressure for Republican candidates and adding costs for farmers, businesses and consumers. Senate Majority Leader John Thune described the vote as political but said GOP candidates can distance themselves from the president; some Republicans urged an end to the conflict or plans to reduce energy costs.