... exports was imposed twice this year: from March 1 to May 17, and from August 1 to December 31, with the current ban not yet officially lifted. In this context, wouldn't it be simpler to tie damper payments to the cost of fuel on the St. Petersburg International Commodity Exchange (SPbMTSB)? For example, to the upper price limits under the existing "10-20" rule, according to which oil companies lose damper payments if the average monthly exchange price of AI-92 gasoline exceeds the internal ...

... companies. Africa is also experiencing an unprecedented influx of venture investment, accelerating the development of local startup ecosystems. From Nigerian fintech projects to Kenyan agritech startups, more and more teams on the continent are attracting international capital. Similarly, Latin America is not falling behind: in countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Chile, the number of venture deals is increasing, and new unicorns are emerging as global investors seek promising assets in this region. The ...

... global currencies. What caused such a decline, what can we expect in 2025, and how will this impact the economy and the population — we analyze in this article. 2024 Year-End Summary: Ruble Exchange Rate Dynamics The ruble weakened amidst a range of internal and external factors. According to the Central Bank of Russia, the national currency ended the year with the following indicators: US Dollar Exchange Rate: +13.4% (ruble depreciation). Euro Exchange Rate: +7%. Chinese Yuan Exchange Rate: +6.8%....

... strategic purchase—especially in the areas of AI, security, and fintech. The current wave of acquisitions provides venture funds with much-anticipated exit opportunities, while startups have a chance to collaborate to scale their businesses and enter international markets. Notably, some regulatory barriers are easing: for example, in the U.S., the rhetoric of antitrust authorities has softened, making it easier to close large tech deals. The revival of the M&A market restores investor confidence in ...

... Nairobi and São Paulo. Africa is also witnessing unprecedented inflows of investment, leading to the rapid development of local startup ecosystems. From Nigerian fintech projects to Kenyan agritech startups—more and more African teams are attracting international capital for scaling. Latin America is not falling behind: in 2025, Mexico for the first time surpassed Brazil in terms of venture investments, and startups in the region are actively raising funds in fields such as fintech, e-commerce, and ...