... Asia to Africa and Latin America—creating their own technological ecosystems. Local Focus (Russia and CIS). Despite constraints, new funds and successful cases are emerging in the region, drawing investor attention to the local market against global trends. The IPO Market is Reviving: An Open Window of Opportunities The initial public offering market has confidently revived after a long hiatus, once again providing startups with chances for successful exits. As of the end of July, approximately 200 IPOs have been ...

... Russia (CPI) 19:00 (MSK) – Data on the consumer price index (CPI) in Russia for July will be released. This key inflation indicator will show whether the growth in prices in the Russian economy has accelerated or slowed in mid-summer. The inflation trend affects market participants' expectations regarding further actions from the Central Bank: ongoing inflation acceleration may increase the likelihood of a rate hike, while signs of a slowdown in price growth would support a scenario of maintaining or even lowering ...

... Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached a historic high, approaching levels seen during the crisis in 2023. However, at the beginning of August, the price growth ceased. According to the Ministry of Energy, the current balance in the domestic market is surplus, and if the trend persists, retail prices at gas stations remain under control. Additionally, authorities are considering mechanisms to stimulate fuel sales domestically (such as raising trading norms on the exchange) and other measures to prevent shortages at gas ...

... decisions in the U.S.). However, investors should closely monitor statements from the Federal Reserve, SEC, and other authorities in May 2025, as any significant decision could instantly impact ETH's price. Correlation with Bitcoin Price and Overall Market Trends Ethereum historically exhibits high correlation with Bitcoin. In 2024, the flagship cryptocurrency set the tone for the entire market, reaching new highs after the halving, and Bitcoin dominance (BTC Dominance) increased. Against this backdrop,...

... Events As the founder of Open Oil Market, I believe Wednesday’s events are critical for shaping global market dynamics. OPEC’s report and EIA data will provide vital insights into the future direction of oil prices, which are crucial for energy markets and inflationary trends in both Europe and the U.S. The U.S. CPI report will likely influence the Federal Reserve’s policy path, with high inflation readings potentially leading to further rate hikes. This could strengthen the U.S. dollar but increase pressure on equity ...