... investment portfolio. Commercial real estate. Investments in office and retail spaces can be profitable if demand for rental space remains high. Residential real estate. Residential properties can also yield stable income, especially in major cities with housing shortages. Real assets in infrastructure. Assets such as logistics centers or warehouses are in demand as e-commerce continues to grow. Precious Metals and Commodities Precious metals, such as gold and silver, are traditionally regarded as "safe ...

... rush," in which Russia plays a relatively minor role. Currently, Russia does not mine lithium raw materials; the country imports raw materials for "first-stage processing," such as lithium hydroxide (by the KhMZ and Halmek Trading House) and metallic lithium (by the nuclear fuel company TVEL, a subsidiary of Rosatom). Russia also lacks "second-stage" production—elements for batteries such as anodes, cathodes, and electrolytes. Ongoing and planned "third-stage" ...

... public was misled by promises of quick victory. Without negotiations, the war will not end, and both sides will need to make concessions. Analysis: Rubio's statements may indicate a shift in American policy toward Ukraine. It is likely that the White House will soon begin to seek a diplomatic solution to the conflict, which will be a key factor in the geopolitical landscape. #Ukraine #USA #geopolitics #conflict Lack of Progress in Organizing Contact Between Putin and Trump Deputy Foreign Minister ...

... Russia: A Meeting Instead of Sanctions The sanctions ultimatum is postponed in favor of negotiations: At the last moment, Donald Trump abstained from the promised harsh sanctions against Russia set for August 8, opting for diplomacy instead. The White House announced a meeting between the US President and Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska, replacing immediate new restrictions. Trump had previously threatened Moscow with secondary sanctions if there was no progress regarding Ukraine. The decision ...

... notable evolution. In the US, the new SEC leadership is shifting towards a softer approach: following legal setbacks (including the Ripple case), the regulator has become more accommodating towards the industry, approving several initiatives. In July, the House of Representatives passed a bill establishing rules for crypto exchanges and stablecoins — an essential step towards integrating the crypto market into the legal framework. In the European Union, the MiCA regulation has come into effect, introducing ...