... comfortable tone and several strong pre-market reports (for instance, Coca-Cola exceeded profit forecasts). However, further movements in indexes (S&P 500, Nasdaq) will depend on the cascade of reports being released throughout the day. Strong results from technology and industrial companies might push indexes to new local highs, while disappointments from even a couple of major names could provoke profit-taking. Volatility may rise towards the end of the session when post-market reports and API data are released. Bonds: US Treasury ...

The development of the digital economy offers major opportunities for a comprehensive modification of almost all spheres of society (Betelon, 2017). The emergence of new technological opportunities allows companies to invest in the development of such activities as the development of digital platforms. Song et al. (2021) noted that they allow to create a unique ecosystem of the digital economy that brings together an unlimited number of participants. As ...

..., 2025: Mega Funds, Record Investments in AI, Successful IPOs, New Unicorns, and Global Trends As of early August 2025, the global venture capital market is firmly recovering after several years of decline. Investors worldwide are actively financing technology startups again, with deals being struck at record levels and plans for companies' IPOs back in the spotlight. Major funds and corporations have resumed substantial investments, launching new venture programs, while governments across various countries have ramped up support for innovative businesses, striving not to fall ...

... specialized forums (such as the Russian Venture Forum in Kazan, the "Pulse of Digitalization" conference, etc.), priority investment areas have been outlined: artificial intelligence, industrial software, cybersecurity, new materials, and space technologies. These sectors are aligned with national projects and government orders, providing direction for corporate venture funds. Results are already apparent: oil and gas companies are financing industrial startups (robotics, digital twins), major IT holdings are launching accelerators for B2B SaaS solutions, and venture divisions of banks are investing in local fintech and regtech products. Simultaneously, an increasing ...

... faster data processing, and a shorter time to market for companies. Higher Productivity. With the same investment, much more services can be provided, leading to increased labor productivity. Innovation. Differentiating products and services enables companies to capture a larger market share. As a result, those who leverage IT technologies can elevate their company to a whole new level, leading to profit growth. Competitors who stick to traditional methods find themselves lagging far behind. The key is to realign business processes. The IT sector is evolving at a breakneck ...