... at the end of 2024 entail hefty fines and additional payments to the budget, totaling up to 95% of the asset value, effectively blocking most transactions involving foreign capital. Secondly, high financing costs diminish project attractiveness: the Bank of Russia's key rate has been raised to 21%, making loans expensive. Thirdly, the uncertainty in the economic situation (geopolitical risks, high sanctions costs, and ruble volatility) complicates revenue and cash flow forecasting for target companies, increasing ...

... shareholders. We will also examine investments in the market and the expected future of Sberbank, assessing its positions amid economic changes. Don't miss the chance to learn about the latest Sber results and prospects for growth. Financial Results of Sberbank for 1H2025: Net Profit Growth and High Profitability Russia's largest bank, Sber (Public Joint Stock Company Sberbank), has released its interim consolidated income statement in accordance with IFRS for the first half of 2025. According to the published data, the bank's net profit amounted to 859 billion rubles, a 5....

The Central Bank of Russia expects GDP growth to slow to 2–3% in the fourth quarter of 2024, due to tighter monetary policy and high inflation. These measures could significantly affect the business climate, consumer activity, and investment strategies. In this article,...

... expectations. 4. Other Global Events Russia Consumer Price Index (CPI, October) — Published at 09:00 GMT Russia’s CPI data will indicate inflationary pressures within the domestic market. High inflation could prompt tighter monetary policy by the Central Bank of Russia, affecting the ruble and potentially influencing Russian equities sensitive to interest rates. Brazil Central Bank’s Economic Activity Index (September) — Published at 13:00 GMT Brazil’s economic activity index is a proxy for GDP. Positive ...

... Operate in Iran Starting January 2025 Starting January 2025, Russian Mir banking cards will become available for use in Iran, opening new prospects for businesses and investors in both countries, according to analysts. This announcement, made by the head of Iran's Central Bank, marks a significant step in strengthening financial ties between Russia and Iran, as well as expanding business and trade opportunities at both private company and government project levels. This article examines the implications of this event for Russian and Iranian investors and the advantages it presents for bilateral ...