... favor of investing in Russian companies. Where to Invest Money Despite the situation, many experienced investors prefer to invest their money in safer assets. In particular, this applies to bonds. Among foreign entrepreneurs, OFZs—Russian federal loan bonds—are regaining popularity. A positive shift in this direction has been observed, as more than half of foreign investors have returned to the Russian market. This type of security offers a good yield. State guarantees protect investors from ...

... Countercyclical Capital Buffer? Rising Credit Risk. In recent years, Russian banks have demonstrated high activity in the lending sector, which has increased the risks of overheating. Elevated levels of credit issuance can lead to the emergence of problem loans, especially if economic conditions change. Need for Capital Accumulation. The introduction of the countercyclical buffer allows banks to gradually accumulate additional capital, improving their ability to withstand potential crises and reducing ...

... in infrastructure, technology startups, and other promising sectors become financially challenging and therefore less attractive to private investors. Reduction of Risks for Entrepreneurs The changes will help lower budget expenditures on subsidizing loan rates, thereby maintaining a more stable level of government support during the implementation of large projects. Moreover, this will allow investors and entrepreneurs to better assess risks, knowing that the main directions of monetary policy will ...

... then 1.5% per month (18% annual rate). Sberbank provides the installments, with Alfa-Bank and Tinkoff Bank joining soon. Buying fuel on installments is quite popular. Over ten months, 76 transactions amounting to 58,306,794 rubles were closed using loan funds. You can calculate the fuel cost and place an order on installments. "Oil Resource Group" is a technological company engaged in raw material trading and asset management in Russia, Europe, and the CIS. The company's turnover in ...

... economic growth, labor market situations, currency fluctuations, and the global economy. Understanding these factors allows for a more informed perspective on the Central Bank's actions and how its decisions can impact our lives—from interest rates on loans to the prices of goods and services.