... substantial influx of "big money" is filling the ecosystem with liquidity, offering fuel for new rounds and supporting the growth of promising companies' valuations. The return of mega funds and large institutional investors not only intensifies competition for the best deals but also instills confidence in the industry regarding the continued influx of capital. Diversification of Investments: Fintech, Climate, Biotech (and Even Crypto) on the Rise In 2025, venture investments are being allocated ...

... one of the most solid and rapidly growing representatives of the “seven,” which mitigates the pessimism. Hedge funds have reduced their MSFT holdings, but not as aggressively as with other companies. Alphabet/Google (GOOGL): Stable Business Under Competitive Pressure Technical Analysis of Alphabet (GOOGL) : Alphabet shares faced volatility – from summer 2024 to winter 2025, their trajectory resembled a "hump." The price rose to about $150 by the end of the previous year, then sharply ...

How digital platforms are transforming the raw materials industries, increasing competition and transparency, while reducing prices and stress levels. An article by Sergey Tereshkin for "RBC Companies. The real sector is the last bastion of non-digital trade in the country. Manufacturers and traders have historically struggled ...

... product of social stereotypes. In the context of digital services, many men are inclined to like the most beautiful women en masse, hoping for luck. Secondly, there is a gender imbalance on the platforms. When there are significantly fewer women, the competition for their attention becomes highly intense. In the popular app where the research was conducted, men constituted the majority of users—it’s no surprise they all gravitate toward the most popular women, trying to outdo their competitors....

... for the quarter (moderate growth of ~7–8% year-on-year). Commentary: For PayPal, key indicators will be transaction volume growth and active accounts. The company is undergoing a transformation under new leadership, focusing on cost reductions and competition (notably from fintechs and Big Tech). Investors need to see signs of accelerated financial performance growth—such as margin improvements or substantial transaction volume increases. If the report indicates an EPS outperformance or revised ...