... of active market participants. This not only struck young technology companies hard but also raised doubts about the future growth of the innovation sector in Russia. Reasons for the Decline in the Venture Market Economic Instability The challenging macroeconomic environment, exacerbated by sanctions, declining investments, and overall volatility, has led investors to avoid high-risk investments in startups. Reduced Interest in Technology Startups In uncertain conditions, technology startups, especially ...

... state of the Russian economy. Discover the role of entrepreneurs like Potanin in transforming the market and the prospects for new investments in 2025. Growth of the Wealthiest Businessmen in Russia in 2025: A Detailed Analysis of Capital Dynamics 1. Macroeconomic Background: Favorable Market Conditions The first half of 2025 was marked by a rapid increase in global commodity markets, moderate strengthening of the ruble, and a revival of domestic consumer demand. Against this backdrop, the total wealth ...

... normal operations. The Central Bank of Russia has announced that the buffer will be set at 0.25% of risk-weighted assets. This means that banks will be required to keep a portion of their funds in reserve, ensuring stability in their operations amid any macroeconomic changes. Why is the Central Bank Introducing the Countercyclical Capital Buffer? Rising Credit Risk. In recent years, Russian banks have demonstrated high activity in the lending sector, which has increased the risks of overheating. Elevated ...

... tightening of policy. Tough decisions by the regulator could lead to massive sell-offs, especially among speculative assets. Increased volatility and possible corrections The intense influx of capital into stocks makes the market sensitive to news and macroeconomic data. In case of disappointment, investors can quickly change strategy, which will lead to increased volatility.Что делать инвесторам? ✔ Portfolio diversification Don’t focus solely on the technology sector, even if ...

... a key resistance level (around 2750–2800), and oscillators do not indicate a clear trend. Consequently, market participants’ strategies are predominantly conservative: many prefer to lock in profits or hold current positions while awaiting clear macroeconomic signals. In the currency market, the ruble shows relative stability. The national currency is supported by the ongoing high demand for oil and the cautious stance of the Central Bank of Russia. Against the backdrop of PMI data, the ruble ...