... the inflation report for Turkey and Switzerland. It is expected that inflation data in Turkey will continue to rise, prompting analysts to adopt new measures for managing... ... events will impact stock markets, oil prices, currency exchange rates, and overall business activity. Main Events for Monday, August 4, 2025: Closed markets in the UK... ... Currency Market Dynamics At the beginning of August, the domestic currency market in Russia is facing the weakening of one of the factors that supported the ruble: the July...

... financial regulator. Currently, the Ministry of Finance, together with the Bank of Russia, is developing an experimental legal regime for cryptocurrency operations. This... ... Exchanges. It is anticipated that access to direct operations with digital currency in the initial phase will only be granted to a limited circle of highly qualified investors... ... Exchange The idea of launching a Russian cryptocurrency exchange has been discussed within business circles for several years. In 2024, following the legalization of mining, representatives...

... its contribution due to natural factors. Another significant event for the sector was tariff changes: starting July 1, 2025, Russia has implemented a planned adjustment of electricity prices for the population and businesses. Housing and utility tariffs, including electricity, have increased by an average of 11-12% across the country. This annual increase, stipulated by the government, is intended to help energy companies cover inflationary costs and invest in infrastructure. However, the increase in tariffs inevitably raises the burden on industry and households. In response, authorities ...

... model: adopting the best global practices, local players are focusing on niches where they traditionally excel (mathematics and AI, cybersecurity, instrumentation). The global venture boom creates a favorable environment for promising projects from Russia and neighboring countries to make their mark. The main recipe for success for such teams in 2025 is to enhance innovation, build clear business models, and be prepared to operate in international markets. Only then will both foreign funds, resuming activity, and local investors seeking the "new Yandex" take notice of them. Trends and Forecasts: Cautious Optimism By mid-2025,...

... yen volatility. Any hints at a more "hawkish" stance could influence the yen's exchange rate and sentiments in Asia. Business Activity and Foreign Trade: Macroeconomic Signals Tuesday will see the release of a large block of Services PMI indices ... ... Europe. These indicators will provide insight into the state of the services sector, which remains a pillar of economic growth in many countries amidst cooling industrial activity. It is expected that PMI indices for China, India, and Russia will confirm continued solid growth (values remain significantly above the 50-point mark). In the Eurozone and the UK, ...