... use of chemical weapons. One of the most alarming details of the plan was the inclusion of chemical attacks in the list of possible actions, highlighting the seriousness of the American approach. Invasion objectives. Priority was given to strategic targets and communications that would enable the U.S. to control critical resources and transport routes. The Canadian Response: Invasion Plan Against the U.S. Recognizing the potential threat from the U.S., Canada began developing its own defense plans....

... India, Southeast Asian countries, and Latin America are primarily driving growth, benefiting from faster recovery in economic activity supported by domestic demand and export opportunities. Inflation and Monetary Policy Inflation in 2025 remains above target levels in many countries, despite central banks' efforts to curb it. Further rate hikes are expected in regions like the United States and the Eurozone, while China and some emerging markets maintain a dovish monetary policy to stimulate economic ...

... Slowdown in the U.S. Economy: the risk of profit forecast revisions and reduced risk appetite. Regulatory Agenda: antitrust investigations and restrictions in digital advertising and data. How to Act: Practical Framework Discipline in Allocations: maintain target U.S. weightings in the portfolio, considering risk profile and time horizon. Sectoral Balance: complement IT positions with healthcare, industrials, and consumer sector allocations to mitigate volatility. Monitor Multiples: compare FCF yield with ...

... Increased Government Support. Implementing tax incentives for investors, subsidies, and grants for startups could revitalize the market. Focus on Local Projects. In the context of Russia's isolation, developing the domestic market and supporting companies targeting local consumers is crucial. Growth of Priority Sectors. Areas such as artificial intelligence, fintech, green energy, and robotics remain promising and could become growth drivers. Opportunities for Investors: Crisis as a Time for Change Despite ...

... Something akin to this could be proposed for the fuel market. By the end of the year, the fuel market may revert to an inflation minus format; however, the coming year will be challenging for oil companies. The Central Bank aims to return inflation to the target of 4%, so fuel networks will have to tighten their belts." The situation was discussed at a meeting chaired by Vice Prime Minister Alexander Novak. He instructed the relevant agencies to present calculations for amending the fuel dampening ...