... prices: a decrease in the number of rigs is generally viewed by the market as a bullish factor for oil. Reduced drilling activity implies slower growth in oil production in the future, which, all else being equal, supports prices. Given the potential for new sanctions against Russian exports, any signal of restraint in U.S. production will heighten expectations for a tighter oil market. Response from oil and gas companies: investors in U.S. oil companies (ExxonMobil, Chevron, etc.) will evaluate Baker Hughes' report in conjunction with price dynamics. If rig counts decrease ...

... increasing their support for innovation, eager not to lag in the global technology race. The first half of 2025 has become the most productive since 2021 in terms of venture investments, which reinforces optimism in the market. Venture deals span all regions—from ... ... Europe to Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Even local markets, such as the CIS countries, are trying to ride the new wave of growth despite external constraints. Below are the key events and trends shaping the current venture market agenda ...

... management in small companies. And this is where the most qualified business resources are spent. But the process doesn’t end at agreeing on supply terms. The next step is selecting a logistics company that will handle the delivery, ensuring the product arrives on time, in full, and in its original condition. If working with a new supplier, every step must be monitored closely because the market is rife with "grey schemes" that enrich all participants in the chain. This includes hired buyers in cases where fuel acquisition is part of their duties. There is a market ...

... cryptocurrencies, seeking to diversify portfolios and keep pace with emerging trends. Macroeconomic Conditions. High inflation and volatility in traditional markets enhance Bitcoin's appeal as "digital gold" and a means of capital preservation. New Products and Technologies. The launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) based on Bitcoin and Ethereum, improvements in blockchain protocols, and the development of DeFi expand opportunities for market participants and attract new investors. Institutional ...

... measures, impacting global trade. 06:00 (China): Trade data for July (exports and imports). Chinese export/import statistics will signal global demand and the condition of the second-largest economy; particularly crucial after the implementation of new tariffs. 09:00 (Germany): Industrial Production for June. The output indicator from Germany's factories and plants; a decline in production may raise recession fears in the EU, while growth will support the euro. 11:00 (Eurozone): ECB Economic Bulletin. The regulator will publish a detailed ...