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Sergey, please comment on the news: The price of gold has fallen by almost 5% in a week - this is the worst indicator in three years.
... other dollar assets.
However, I would not take the current decline in gold prices as a sign of a long-term decline. Gold remains a key safe haven asset, and its price can quickly recover when the economic situation changes. In the context of possible geopolitical instability or economic uncertainty, gold may again become attractive to investors, including central banks. For long-term investors, the current situation may even create a profitable entry point.
Overall, the current decline in gold prices ...
S&P 500 and Stop Trade Levels 2025: The Worst Three Days Since 1987
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Level 2: $4,414.45
Level 3: $4,059.26
S&P 500 futures ($ES) briefly lost up to 4.67%, approaching the first halt level. This indicates a high risk of reaching subsequent thresholds if the news environment worsens.
Causes of the Market Decline
Geopolitical Tensions
Increasing international conflicts and trade barriers are heightening uncertainty in the markets.
Inflationary Pressures
Publication of CPI and PPI data in the U.S. showed accelerating inflation, intensifying expectations for tighter ...
Is the production of petroleum products decreasing in Russia?
... OIL MARKET analyzed the main available indicators and found that:
Marine exports of petroleum products have decreased the most this year — by nearly a quarter. This indicator is influenced by factors such as unscheduled refinery repairs and other geopolitical events.
According to S&P Global Platts, marine shipments of petroleum products from Russia in September 2024 increased by 8%, reaching 2.16 million barrels per day (bpd). However, this is still 520,000 bpd lower than in January 2024 (2....
Return of Western Brands to Russia: Forecasts and Implications for Business
..., which may mark the beginning of a broader process for the restoration of international companies' presence.
Factors Influencing Brand Returns
Political scientist Vadim Siprov notes that the process of Western companies returning will depend on the geopolitical situation and the relations between major world powers. Among the brands that are expected to be among the first to return are:
McDonald's — the largest fast-food chain that left the market in 2022 but continues to operate through franchises;
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The USA Introduces the Sale of "Golden" Residence Permits for $5 Million: A New Opportunity for Investors
... and stimulate investments in key sectors.
Notably, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that prominent Russian entrepreneurs might participate in this program, potentially opening new avenues for investors from Russia despite the challenging geopolitical conditions.
How Does the New U.S. Investor Residency Program Work?
According to official statements from government representatives, the program provides residency to investors who:
Invest a minimum of $5 million in approved investment projects ...