... total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies is measured in trillions of dollars, comparable to the valuations of the world’s largest companies. Digital currencies are used not only for speculative trading but increasingly as a means of savings and transactions.... ... position has weakened somewhat, partly due to legal proceedings. The most high-profile case is the lawsuit initiated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against Ripple in December 2020. The regulator claimed that XRP was issued and sold ...

... Foreign Trade: Macroeconomic Signals Tuesday will see the release of a large block of Services PMI indices for July across key economies—from Asia to Europe. These indicators will provide insight into the state of the services sector, which remains a ... ... (PPI) for June, likely confirming a decline in energy prices and easing inflationary pressures. Later, 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,...

... more hawkish tone dampens interest in riskier assets, while signals of easing support equity markets, particularly in emerging economies. Consequently, in the CIS countries, decisions and forecasts from the Fed are closely watched by investors, who consider ... ... stability. In contrast, Turkey continues to experience very high inflation: consumer prices in July rose, albeit below last year’s peaks, still around 35% year-on-year. The markets will be watching to see if the decline in Turkish inflation continues, as ...

... store network, developing logistics and introducing digital technologies. How does this affect the Russian economy, what prospects await investors, and what risks should be taken into account? Read our detailed analytical material about the company's development strategy and its impact on domestic retail. Where does Lenta invest? Sector: Trade Investments for 2023: RUB 84.9 billion Investments for 2022: RUB 10.8 billion Lenta is one of the largest retailers in Russia, known for its hypermarkets ...

... growth and balancing debt loads. Credit Overheating in Russia: What It Is and Its Implications for Companies and Citizens' Economies What is Credit Overheating? Credit overheating is a situation where the growth rates of lending begin to significantly ... ... without considering future risks and the possibility of servicing debts. This process creates increased pressure on the country's financial system and raises the likelihood of a financial crisis if companies or citizens fail to meet their debt obligations ...