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During the week of May 4-10, 2026, Halcyon Portfolio Management Limited tracked the Russian market hitting year-to-date lows amidst persistent selling pressure. A key development noted in the research was a dovish shift from President Putin, who signaled readiness for a peace agreement following a peaceful Victory Day parade. However, corporate fundamentals remain a significant headwind, particularly for Gazprom, which reported a record $12 billion negative free cash flow for 2025. This fiscal strain directly threatens future dividend payouts, further contributing to the broader market downturn. In terms of macroeconomics, Russia experienced a rare dip into negative weekly inflation during this period, though the Central Bank remains hawkish to combat high inflation expectations. Collectively, these insights suggest a market caught between potential geopolitical de-escalation and deteriorating internal economic and corporate health.