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Startup and Venture Investment News for August 10, 2025: AI Mega Funds, Fintech Revival, Record M&A, IPO Wave, and Local Initiatives

... partners, has created a platform for investments in medtech startups of up to 10 billion rubles. Large corporations are also enhancing their presence: for example, Tinkoff’s ecosystem is developing the T-Invest fund for investments in rapidly growing Russian projects. Significant deals are also occurring in the local market: Krasnodar foodtech startup Qummy raised 440 million rubles at a valuation of around 2.4 billion rubles and announced plans for an IPO in the coming years. In 2025, foreign investors ...

FEC News – Sunday, August 3, 2025: Brent around $73; Asia Becomes Main Market for Russian Oil Exports

... peaks in 2022; however, any supply disruptions or an early cold snap in autumn may elevate volatility again. Record-high volumes in storage reduce the likelihood of sharp price spikes this coming winter, which is positively perceived by investors and industrial consumers alike. Market participants are also closely monitoring the EU's further steps to enhance energy security – including discussions on updated regulations for mandatory storage filling and potential restrictions on remaining Russian gas imports. Outside Europe, new gas supply routes are emerging. In the Middle East, Turkey has commenced supplies of Azerbaijani natural gas to Syria – a notable development that diversifies energy supply in the region and partially fills the ...

The Role of Underwriters in IPOs: Who Are They and Why Are They Needed?

... which require a significant amount of funds raised. 3. Experience in certain sectors Some underwriters specialize in certain industries, such as technology, energy or pharmaceuticals. Companies in these sectors may benefit from working with underwriters ... ... company's confidence in the success of the placement. Types of Underwriters 1. Investment banks and brokers in Russia Large Russian brokers such as FINAM, BCS and Alfa-Bank often act as underwriters in local markets. These companies have significant ...

Energy Sector News - Friday, August 1, 2025: Brent Holds Above $72; European Gas Storages Record High Filled

... crisis peaks of 2022; however, any supply disruptions or an early cold snap in the autumn could raise volatility again. Record-high storage levels reduce the likelihood of sharp price spikes this winter, which is positively perceived by investors and industrial consumers. Meanwhile, market participants are closely monitoring the EU's further steps to strengthen energy security, including discussions about new targets for storage filling and potential restrictions on Russian gas imports. Global Agreements and Policy: Trade De-escalation vs Sanction Pressure In the international arena, two opposing trends are notably interwoven: de-escalation of trade conflicts between major economies and increasing geopolitical rhetoric....

Startup and Venture Investment News — Wednesday, July 30, 2025: The Boom of AI Investments, Rising IPO Activity, and a Wave of M&A Deals

... worldwide are finding strategic buyers for deals valued in the nine and ten-figure range. Consolidation is impacting a wide array of industries: from fintech (e.g., the acquisition of regional neobanks by major players) to enterprise software and artificial intelligence.... ... 2.4 billion rubles, preparing for an IPO — this case illustrates the seriousness of technological business aspirations in Russian regions. In Kazakhstan, the state fund Qazaqstan Venture Group has been established with a volume of $1 billion to support ...