... sanctions-based scenario. Thus, geopolitical tensions remain high. Any statements in the run-up to the meeting are being closely monitored by markets: positive signals will boost risk appetite, while confrontational rhetoric could trigger a flight to safe assets (higher prices for oil and gold, strengthening of the dollar). Escalation of US Trade Wars New tariffs against China: US trade policy has intensified once again. As of August 7, Washington imposed 100% tariffs on semiconductor imports, primarily targeting China. Additionally, Trump threatened Beijing with ...

... to going public. This trend correlates with the emergence of "unicorns" (private startups valued at over a billion dollars) and a decreasing number of public listings. In Russia, the pre-IPO market began to take shape only in the late 2010s ... ... has increased its market share and may be generating profits. This aligns with the strategy of "buying income-generating assets" at a stage close to going public. Portfolio diversification. Investments in pre-IPO typically have low correlation ...

... company on the brink of bankruptcy or undergoing bankruptcy proceedings. Preference should be given to companies with existing assets, clientele, etc. A skilled manager can elevate the company to a new level, restore its profitability, and return the owner’s ... ... crisis. According to Sergey Tereshkin, these include: Currency. During a period of national currency devaluation, purchasing dollars or euros is not the best strategy, especially if prices have surged. There’s always a risk of a reversal. The currency ...

... decrease in the volume of Russian diamond imports. Restrictions on dollar transactions: Sanctions have complicated the use of U.S. dollars in transactions for Russian diamonds, hindering deals between Russian exporters and Indian importers. This has resulted ... ... in the market. This implies that stock prices may undergo significant fluctuations, diminishing the attractiveness of these assets for long-term investments. Need for market diversification: The decrease in demand in India compels ALROSA to search for ...

... possessing an inexplicable intuition for identifying which stocks and companies are poised for growth. With a multi-billion dollar fortune to his name, Buffett’s financial success and extensive experience position him as one of the most respected authorities ... ... found in financial statements and is more an art than a science. Unlike liquidation value, intrinsic value includes intangible assets (such as trademarks, intellectual property, etc.). By comparing a company’s intrinsic value to its market capitalization,...