On May 26, 2023, the Moscow Exchange witnessed a decline in major indices, with the MOEX Index falling by 0.69% to close at 2,580.25 points and the dollar-denominated RTS Index dropping 0.86% to 1,134.17 points. The MOEX Index hit an annual low of 2,573 points, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions that are dampening investor sentiment. According to Andrey Smirnov, a stock market expert at BCS World of Investments, these geopolitical issues are the primary factors influencing market performance. Additionally, oil prices are approaching $100 due to unexpected US military actions targeting Iranian sites, further complicating the economic landscape. In contrast, NCSP shares rose by 3.8% after the company announced dividends for 2025. However, UGC shares plummeted by 10.1%, likely a result of a failed auction for state-owned shares. Looking ahead, BCS World of Investments projects the MOEX Index to range between 2,600 and 2,550 points on the following trading day, with currency forecasts indicating the dollar at 71-72 rubles and the yuan at 10.5-10.7 rubles.