... North America). However, in recent years, demand in China has decreased: from March to May 2024, store traffic for Nike in China fell by double digits. The reasons include the weakening Chinese economy and decreased demand for premium brands. These trends negatively impact Nike’s revenue and profitability, thereby affecting its standing in the stock market. Starbucks (SBUX). The Starbucks coffee chain has dominated in China for a long time but has significantly lost ground to local competitors in recent years. In 2024, Starbucks’ revenue in China was about $3 billion, or roughly 20% of the company’s ...

In Moscow, New Year's Eve became the peak of prices for escort services: the cost in the elite segment increased 5 times, and in the budget segment it increased by 150%. We analyze in detail the reasons for this phenomenon, the main market trends and the specifics of customer behavior. Find out how seasonal demand shapes prices and which services have become the most popular during the holiday period. Prices for Escort Services in Moscow Increased Fivefold on New Year's Eve: Causes and ...

... while others temporarily stagnate. In the top 10 by market capitalization, alongside BTC, ETH, and XRP, several popular cryptocurrencies include: Binance Coin (BNB) : The token of the leading cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, maintains high positions by market capitalization. BNB shows stability amid the overall bullish trend, although Binance's ecosystem is under close regulatory scrutiny. BNB is widely used to pay fees and in DeFi projects on Binance Smart Chain, sustaining demand for it. Cardano (ADA) : A smart contract platform evolving based on a scientific approach,...

... a year earlier), while adjusted earnings could surge to ~$1.09 per share (up from $0.41 a year ago) due to cost-cutting measures. This sharp increase in EPS is attributed to savings measures and increased seller fees. Investors will closely monitor trends in active buyers and sellers: if the audience begins to grow again or GMV (gross merchandise value) exceeds expectations, the market will perceive this positively. Conversely, if Etsy indicates weak consumer demand or increased competition (e.g., from Amazon Handmade or similar platforms), shares could decline. Special attention should be given to management's guidance for the ...

... presents a chance to assess demand trends in China and their influence on companies actively engaged with the Chinese market. Monitoring sales volumes and market dynamics can enable investors to make more informed decisions. With platforms like Open Oil Market , Russian businesses can stay tuned to global consumption and oil price trends, helping them adapt to fluctuations in the international arena.