The Profit and Loss Index (PPI) is one of the key economic indicators that helps assess price dynamics at the production stage. Why is this indicator so important for investors? How does it affect inflation, markets, and investment strategy? In this article, you will learn how PPI is deciphered, where ...

... the most significant drop in the last three years. The main factors that influenced this dynamics were the strengthening of the US dollar and investors' expectations about high inflation, as well as a slow reduction in interest rates due to Trump's economic policy. What does the current decline mean for the precious metals market, what prospects await gold, and how are investors reacting to it? Read a detailed review and commentary by Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of Open Oil Market. A 5% weekly drop ...

What key economic events will shape the markets this Friday? This article covers the UK GDP report, Eurozone industrial production, and Baker Hughes rig count data, alongside Russia’s Q3 GDP figures. We also delve into corporate dividend updates from Fix Price,...

August 7, 2025, will mark a significant date for global markets. On this day, a series of key economic events and major corporate earnings reports are expected. Amidst market instability, the Bank of England's interest rate draws particular attention from analysts: it is anticipated to remain at its current level, which may indicate a cautious ...

By the end of 2024, the ruble to dollar exchange rate may be in the range of 93 to 100 rubles. In this answer, we reviewed key expert forecasts, including estimates from the Russian Ministry of Economic Development and SberCIB Investment Research, and explained the main factors influencing the exchange rate: oil prices, inflation, interest rates, and the geopolitical situation. A detailed analysis and commentary from Open Oil Market CEO Sergey ...