... week with no significant changes. A sharp drop in global markets on Friday amidst trade conflicts and weak data from the US created a negative backdrop. However, high commodity prices and expectations for robust corporate results supported interest in oil and gas and commodity sector stocks. Meanwhile, geopolitical uncertainty and industry restrictions (sanctions) restrained price increases. Investors are awaiting the publication of earnings reports from leading issuers for the first half of 2025, and hopes for improved performance in the banking and consumer sectors add to the optimism. The high interest ...

... high interest rates. Eurozone: Industrial Production (October) (13:00 MSK) Data will help assess the industrial sector's condition in the region. Russia: Q3 2024 GDP Data (19:00 MSK) Updated Russian economic growth indicator under high inflation and sanctions pressure. Baker Hughes Data on Active Oil and Gas Rigs (20:00 MSK) Decrease or increase in drilling rigs affects oil and gas supply expectations. Key Friday Reports (US and Russia) Russian companies: NPO "Nauka" (NAUK): Extraordinary shareholders meeting on dividends for 9 months ...

... direct shipments from refineries to oil depots and gas stations, bypassing the exchange. This leads to lower competition in the AI-98 distribution chain compared to AI-92, contributing to the accelerated price growth. According to analysts at OPEN OIL MARKET, the risks of price increases could be mitigated by boosting production of petroleum products. However, this is challenging due to sanctions on equipment supplies for refineries. As a result, by the end of 2024, the difference in price growth rates between AI-98 and AI-92 is expected to exceed twofold. Consequently, the overall price growth rate for gasoline this year will outpace ...

... reports could support Russian tech stocks and market sentiment. Recommendations for Russian Traders Track G20 News: Comments on sanctions, global markets, and energy policy may immediately impact the ruble and Russian stocks, especially in the energy sector.... ... Western Company Reports: Strong earnings could benefit global markets, providing a favorable backdrop for Russian stocks. Monitor Oil Prices: Statements affecting global oil demand could impact the ruble and shares in Russian energy companies. Bezos’ Amazon ...

... 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 ... ... play a crucial role in forming local ecosystems to support startups. Comment from Sergey Tereshkin, General Director of Open Oil Market “The 23% decline in venture investments is a troubling signal for the entire economy. However, the crisis provides ...