... actually neutralizes the efforts of the international community to combat poverty. According to research by the World Bank, more than 1 trillion US dollars are paid in bribes every year. This amount could be used to solve global problems such as hunger or climate change. In some countries, the level of corruption is so high that it actually becomes the norm for doing business and public administration. This creates a vicious circle, where corruption breeds even more corruption. Consequences of Corruption ...

... interesting niche strategies are emerging. Large corporations are launching corporate venture arms to invest in relevant technologies. For example, semiconductor giant Analog Devices has created the AD Ventures fund to invest in projects in robotics, climate, and medtech startups. Google is forming a new fund through its Gradient Ventures division, amounting to $200 million, focused exclusively on AI startups. Furthermore, various countries are launching technology support funds with the participation ...

... utility companies; restaurants; telecommunication companies and internet service providers. Such firms are largely insulated from bankruptcy risks and exhibit good profitability due to consistent demand for these types of goods. Regardless of the economic climate, people will always spend on essentials like food, hygiene products, and medicine. These are typically their first expenditures. Also, this category sometimes includes shares in companies that mine precious metals, as the demand for gold tends ...

... the U.S., Russia, and other countries. Keep an eye on key metrics and speeches to make informed forecasts. Monday, November 18 G20 Summit (Day 1): Opening sessions traditionally focus on global economic challenges, sustainable growth, trade policy, climate change, and international security. Discussions on cooperation between major economies are expected to foster stability. Central Bank Speakers: Bank of Japan Governor: Investors anticipate insights on potential easing of monetary policy due to ...

... gas production and transportation infrastructure, including the construction of additional gas pipelines. Kruzenshternskoye field: The second largest field in Yamal by reserves, where advanced technologies are used for development in the harsh Arctic climate. Chayandinskoye and Kovyktinskoye fields (Eastern Siberia): These fields provide the resource base for the Power of Siberia pipeline. Automated control systems have been introduced at the Chayandinskoye field, which make it possible to increase ...