... only moderate increases in raw material demand in the second half of the year. Many analysts remain cautious: estimates from several investment banks suggest Brent may end the year around $60 per barrel if the risks of weak demand re-emerge. Thus, oil prices are currently balancing between supporting factors (OPEC+ supply cuts and export limitations from some countries) and pressure factors (economic slowdown and potential increases in non-OPEC supplies, for example, in the event of sanctions relief). The precious metals market continues to show high ...

... clients and the energy grid segment (storage systems, load management programs). Additionally, approaching hurricane season in the Atlantic typically heightens interest in generators – if Generac’s management reports increased orders amid seasonal factors, this will support the stock. If, however, disappointment arises—such as a weak forecast or profit issues—share prices may continue to face downward pressure. Etsy (ETSY) – a global e-commerce platform for selling handmade and vintage goods. After rapid growth during the pandemic, Etsy has leveled off: sales have stabilized, and the primary question now is whether ...

The average size of approved mortgage loans for suburban housing in Russia reached 5.679 million rubles, which is 52% more than the 2023 level. The main factors were preferential programs, rising land prices and construction. How government support affects the mortgage market, and what prospects await Russians in the coming years - read in our new analytical material. Growth of Average Mortgage Loans for Country Real Estate in Russia: Reasons, Trends,...

... USDT remains highly stable, with no alarming signals (such as rising discounts or volatility) observed on the charts. Any brief deviations are quickly corrected. For the investor, this means that under normal conditions, holding USDT carries no risk of price depreciation—much more critical are the fundamental and regulatory factors discussed above. Prospects for Stablecoins in 2025 The stablecoin market in 2025 is expected to continue evolving under the influence of several trends. We will analyze the prospects that pertain not only to USDT but also to the sector as a whole,...

... electricity prices, the expert clarified. According to Tereshkin, gas prices will continue to rise on the exchange during the winter. Meanwhile, Dmitry Skryabin, a portfolio manager at Alpha Capital Management, added that weather is a significant factor in gas prices. "Prices here are cyclical: they rise in the autumn and winter, then decrease by the end of March and into early summer, and after that, they rise again as the EU starts filling its underground gas storage facilities before the new heating ...