... demand. By adding Bitcoin ETFs to their product lineups, the banks are validating Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class for diversification. Wall Street’s embrace signals that Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a permanent part of the financial ecosystem. Market Impact: Price Appreciation and Liquidity Boost Analysts predict that a surge of demand from these ETF investors could drive up Bitcoin’s price, as each dollar invested in a spot Bitcoin ETF is matched by the fund buying actual Bitcoin — tightening supply and potentially lifting prices. Observers ...

... fell on expectations of cheaper funding, increasing the attractiveness of government debt. However, stocks on the Moscow Exchange showed mixed dynamics throughout the day—several rate-sensitive sectors (such as energy and consumer sectors) received a boost, while bank stocks declined due to expectations of shrinking interest margins. Consequently, by the end of Friday, the MOEX index showed little change, remaining around 2820 points; however, the internal background in the stock market improved due to the prospect of softer financial conditions. As for the currency, as mentioned earlier, the ruble weakened slightly after the rate announcement: the lower rates make ruble assets less attractive to investors, which traditionally ...

... early directives of the new US administration do not directly impact Russia, reducing tension and supporting the ruble's exchange rate. Geopolitical Improvements The prospects of upcoming negotiations regarding Ukraine are lowering the risk premium and boosting investor confidence in the Russian currency. Actions of the Central Bank From January 15 to February 6, the Bank of Russia is increasing currency interventions in the market as part of its budgetary regulations, positively impacting currency supply. Tax Period During this time, exporters traditionally sell currency to pay taxes, increasing demand for rubles. Rising Commodity Prices The increase in the prices of oil,...

Tereshkin: Increase in Gas Supplies to Europe Boosted Revenue from the Sector (Izvestia) Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of the OPEN OIL MARKET marketplace, assessed the impact of increased gas supplies to Europe on the growth of revenue from the Russian gas sector. In 2024, due to higher supply and production levels, revenue from the mineral extraction tax and gas export duties rose by ...

... the first time in nearly three years (according to Bloomberg). Experts associate this with increased trade tensions and Beijing's desire to diversify supply sources. China is increasing oil imports from Middle Eastern and African countries, as well as boosting purchases of Russian crude, taking advantage of pricing discounts on Urals oil. A similar picture is seen with natural gas: significant volumes of LNG are being delivered to China from Qatar, Australia, and the spot market, bypassing U.S. gas. Meanwhile, Europe continues its course to reduce dependence on Russian energy resources. Imports of Russian oil and oil products to the EU have effectively ceased due to the ongoing embargo, and pipeline gas supplies have been ...