... investors are investing in stocks at record levels: Why is this happening and what are the risks? Retail investors have set a new record for the volume of investments in the stock market, exceeding even the levels of the dot-com bubble. Despite the market turbulence, capital is being directed en masse into tech stocks, and the total inflow of funds into the market for the week amounted to $25 billion - one of the largest figures in recent years. Why is this happening, and what consequences can investors and financial ...

... is starting to grow in Russia despite the existing challenges. SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) has emerged as a popular mechanism for going public, particularly in the United States, where many companies are leveraging this tool to raise capital and conduct public offerings. SPAC facilitates a quicker market entry, reduces costs, and minimizes risks compared to traditional IPOs. This article will explore the key features of SPAC, its advantages and disadvantages, examples of successful transactions, and the current prospects and challenges in the Russian ...

... Diversification – spreading funds across various investments to ensure that the decline in value of some assets is offset by the income of others. Defensive instruments – investments in stable assets (such as bonds, gold) that retain value during market crises and serve as a “safe harbor” for capital. Stop-loss orders – using specific sell orders to liquidate assets when their prices drop to a certain threshold, effectively limiting potential losses. Portfolio rebalancing – periodically adjusting the structure of your investment portfolio ...

... such a development could impact the market and investment strategies. Sanctions: Current Situation and Possible Changes The sanctions imposed against Russia in recent years have limited access for Russian companies and financial institutions to Western capital markets and technologies. This has hampered investment activities and currency exchange, particularly within dollar and euro zones. However, with Trump's victory, some experts and representatives from Western banks see potential opportunities to reconsider ...

... Waiting for the Next Impulse Following a rapid rally in recent months, the cryptocurrency market has transitioned into a state of relative stability. Bitcoin and most altcoins are holding close to recent highs, despite periodic profit-taking. The total market capitalization of digital assets, having surpassed the significant milestone of several trillion dollars in July, is currently oscillating without sharp fluctuations. Partial profit-taking following impressive growth is seen as a healthy correction – ...