... down: last year, sales of foreign assets primarily occurred in development and engineering, whereas such outflows have nearly vanished now. In contrast, the IT and consumer markets (retail, FMCG) remain dynamic — experts anticipate potential deal drivers in these sectors. However, even in these segments, companies primarily seek to retain capital and diversify risks before pursuing M&A. Major Transactions and Key Players Despite the overall decline, individual large transactions continued to occur ...

... complex. Major expirations are likely to continue inducing short-term fluctuations; however, as liquidity grows, their effects may be smoothed out. For investors, the key takeaway is that derivative instruments have firmly established themselves among the drivers of price movements. Keeping track of the expiration timelines for Bitcoin and Ethereum options is now as important as monitoring fundamental news—especially during periods when billions of dollars are at stake, and the outcome between bulls ...

... 2026–2027 as inflation abates), the banking sector should be well-positioned, benefiting both from clients’ higher incomes and from lower funding costs. Bonds (OFZ) and Inflation For institutional investors, rising wages by itself is not a direct driver for the bond market, but the accompanying macro conditions (inflation and central bank policy) are key. In 2025, when nominal incomes are climbing at a record pace, inflation is still elevated – the Bank of Russia is keeping its key interest ...

... dynamics of the Russian e-commerce market amid a changing economy. BP’s report will demonstrate the impact of declining oil prices in the first half of the year on profits and business efficiency. Overall, the corporate earnings season remains a key driver of sentiment in the markets. Strong results and optimistic forecasts from company management can support the growth of their stocks and improve overall market sentiment. However, disappointing reports or indications of slowing profit growth could ...

... is in a bullish phase characterized by heightened investor interest and steady price increases. Factors Affecting Bitcoin's Price in May 2025 Monetary Policy and Macroeconomics The monetary policy of the major world economies remains one of the key drivers for Bitcoin. As May 2025 approaches, investors are closely watching the actions of the U.S. Federal Reserve, which markets expect to lower the key interest rate by June. A dovish monetary policy typically benefits risk assets – a decrease in ...