... modernization and environmental sustainability standards are prioritized. For TEC Investors Collectively, the news from Thursday reflects a complex and multifaceted picture of the global TEC. Geopolitical actions—such as U.S. sanctions pressure on buyers of Russian energy resources—introduce new risks and compel a restructuring of trade flows. Simultaneously, market mechanisms continue to function: OPEC+ balances supply increases with demand considerations, while consumers and businesses adapt to changing conditions, whether through seeking alternative suppliers or substituting energy sources. In traditional sectors (oil, gas, coal), there is a temporary strengthening of positions due to high prices and the urgency for stable ...

... with its main goal being to support projects in the early development and scaling stages. Luntry, with its container security solutions, fully aligns with this strategy. The investment from Solar Ventures will help Luntry strengthen its position in the Russian information security market and ensure sustainable growth. Support from Rostelecom may also open access to new corporate clients and scale the business by implementing even more innovative approaches to protecting container applications. What This Deal Means for the Market The deal between Solar Ventures and Luntry underscores the strategic importance of information security for the Russian ...

... at 15:30 MSK, data on the U.S. trade balance for June will be released, showing how tariffs and changes in external demand affect exports and imports. Additionally, the ISM index for the U.S. services sector (17:00 MSK) will provide an assessment of business activity in the largest sector of the American economy. Ruble Exchange Rate and Currency Market Dynamics The Russian ruble enters August under the influence of mixed factors. The conclusion of the tax period at the end of July has weakened support for the national currency, and last week the exchange rate fell to around ~80 rub/$ amid balancing between high ...

... report will provide an assessment of the service sector's state in Europe: an increase in orders will indicate a revival in business activity, while weak results could mean clients are economizing amid inflation. ASM International – although based ... ... conditions in the second half of 2025, expecting a recovery in demand in China and stabilization of the semiconductor cycle. Russian Corporate Reports (if any) Major Russian issuers typically publish their semi-annual financial reports in August, so there ...

... investments in foreign IT sectors. Venture funds are reluctant to invest in small projects, as they prefer multi-million dollar avenues promising substantial profits. Foreign investors are often brought in when startup funding is necessary. Unfortunately, Russian business models struggle to compete with the IT developments of globally positioned companies. To give the domestic market a boost, specialized companies act as intermediaries between experienced programmers and investors, thus creating unique projects ...