... leading central banks (the US Federal Reserve and the Bank of England). Additionally, attention is directed toward alarming signals of deflation in China and epidemiological risks, as well as the outcomes of corporate reports from several major companies. Russian investors are closely monitoring domestic events: financial reports from local companies and the dividend situation. US and Russia: A Meeting Instead of Sanctions The sanctions ultimatum is postponed in favor of negotiations: At the last moment, Donald ...

... create an unstable situation on the market. Risks for companies: Image risks: Massive sale of shares after the lock-up may look like a decrease in confidence in the company. Loss of support from investors: A sharp price decline can scare off long-term investors. Examples of the use of the lock-up period in the Russian IPO market In the Russian market, lock-up is also an important tool for IPOs of large companies, supporting the share price and stabilizing the market in the first months after entering the stock exchange. Here are some well-known examples: 1....

... generate additional interest in their shares. Zscaler Inc Reporting Zscaler Inc, a global leader in cloud cybersecurity solutions, publishes financial reports that can shape sentiment in the technology sector. Strong results from Zscaler could bolster investor confidence in cybersecurity and technology companies, including Russian IT firms, reflecting on their market value. Recommendations for Traders Monitor China and Eurozone PMI: Watch these indices closely as they can affect commodity prices, influencing Russian exporters. Focus on Corporate Events: Track dividend announcements ...

... Market: approaches winter with record gas stocks, significantly reducing concerns about sharp price spikes during the cold period. Russian Fuel Market: is increasingly being regulated by the state; such "manual" measures are likely to become the new ... ... records for new capacity installations while the coal industry is at a peak before an anticipated downturn. For companies and investors, this situation necessitates adapting to new realities: flexibly responding to market conditions and seeking opportunities ...

... introducing prohibitive tariffs of 100% and even 500% on Indian exports to the U.S. if Russia does not resolve the conflict in Ukraine by the deadline set by the U.S. (August 8). These threats represent secondary sanctions aimed at limiting global demand for Russian hydrocarbons. Such tough rhetoric is causing concern among investors and international trading partners. The Indian oil market is one of the largest in the world, and U.S. actions signal to all fuel companies the risks of secondary sanctions for cooperating with Russia. Experts note that the trade standoff between ...