..., and competition requires ongoing investments in research and development. Opinion: Prospects and Expectations for Investors Sberbank's potential involvement in the space industry is a step that aligns with the company's long-term goals of business diversification and innovation implementation. If projects with Roscosmos are successfully realized, it could lead to an increase in the company’s stock value in the long run and solidify its image as a leader in the high-tech market. For Investors ...

... long-term sustainability might dampen their appeal over time. Defensive Assets: With economic uncertainty, demand for defensive assets like gold and commodities may increase as they provide a hedge against inflation and financial instability. Portfolio Diversification: Investors can consider diversifying with technology and resource companies that might perform well despite fluctuations in interest rates and inflation. With U.S. national debt at $36 trillion, this is a pivotal moment for investors. ...

... traditional method of extraction from solid rock will account for only 39% of global supply growth, with the remaining 15% coming from rare extraction methods, including lithium extraction from clay and groundwater. The Novelty Effect is Exhausted The diversification of extraction methods will be one of the factors contributing to further supply growth. According to the Australian Department of Industry, Science, and Resources, global lithium production will increase by 40% by 2026 (to 1.79 million ...

... equipment sourcing approach in favor of US suppliers. In the first half of 2025, Marathon invested $85.4 million in California-based startup Auradine, receiving new mining equipment (Teraflux installations) valued at $73.3 million. This move allows for the diversification of its fleet, reducing reliance on traditional manufacturers like China’s Bitmain. Localization of Production – amid geopolitical and logistical risks, foreign ASIC miner manufacturers are striving to localize production in the U.S....

... partnership projects and partial redistributions of previously acquired foreign assets. The dynamic segments of the economy — IT, retail, and consumer sectors — may act as catalysts for activity. In 2025, investors will increasingly focus on portfolio diversification and long-term strategies, prioritizing preferred investment directions. Expected stabilization of rates and a softening of sanctions pressure could only partially revive the M&A market by the end of the year; however, the number of transactions ...