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The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre reports a magnitude 5 earthquake in southern Iran.

On May 20th, according to Axios News, a White House official stated that Trump will attend the G7 leaders' meeting in France in June to discuss issues such as artificial intelligence, trade, and combating crime. It is customary for US leaders to attend the annual summit, but his attendance was not previously certain due to Trump's growing dissatisfaction with the failure of G7 members such as the UK, France, Germany, and Italy to align with him on the Iran war. The White House official stated that the G7 meeting will not produce any actual signed agreements, but rather seek to lay a foundation for future agreements. Trump's birthday falls on June 14th, during the G7 meeting, when he will turn 80. While the Iran issue is likely to be on the agenda, Trump hopes to discuss business issues. French President Macron, who has repeatedly been the target of Trump's criticisms, is reportedly trying to appease the US president by hosting a lavish post-meeting dinner at Versailles. It remains unclear whether Trump plans to attend the dinner.

US President Trump: (Regarding Iran) They will not have nuclear weapons.

Federal Reserve's Paulson: The current stability in the job market is unusual.

Federal Reserve's Paulson: It is very important that the Federal Reserve uses multiple communication methods, and the Summary of Economic Projections is one of them.

Federal Reserve's Paulson: If the conflict with Iran continues, it will further increase the risks of inflation and unemployment.

Federal Reserve's Paulson: Considerations about the impact of artificial intelligence on productivity and inflation are still in their early stages.

Federal Reserve's Paulson: I did not see the need to change the policy wording at the last meeting.

On May 20th, Samsung Electronics and Google unveiled their new smart glasses at the Google I/O developer conference in 2026, launching two high-end models developed in collaboration with glasses partners Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. These new glasses are designed as an accessory to smartphones, enabling users to obtain assistance through voice interaction and seamlessly connect with their phones.

Samsung unveils new generation Odyssey and ViewFinity gaming monitors, including the industry’s first 6K gaming monitor.

Japan's Reuters Tankan Manufacturing Sentiment Index for May was 8, up from 7 in the previous month.

Japan's Reuters Tankan non-manufacturing business sentiment index for May was 29, down from 31 in the previous month.

May 20th - According to the Wall Street Journal, sources familiar with the matter revealed that Goldman Sachs is expected to be the lead underwriter for SpaceX's initial public offering (IPO). Morgan Stanley is also one of the lead underwriters for the IPO, but Goldman Sachs is expected to be listed first on the prospectus, which could be released as early as Wednesday. This arrangement is surprising given Musk's close relationship with Morgan Stanley. Other banks leading the deal include Bank of America, Citigroup, and JPMorgan Chase.

Sources say that Stellar (STLA.N) and Dongfeng plan to form a European joint venture, with Stellar holding a 51% stake. Stellar plans to manufacture Voyah electric vehicles for Dongfeng at its French factory.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Goldman Sachs (GS.N) will serve as the lead underwriter for SpaceX's initial public offering.