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Startup & VC News - Wednesday, June 18, 2025: AI Megadeals and Defense Tech Fuel Venture Market Growth
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AI: Mega-Deals and Record Valuations
The artificial intelligence sector continues to attract record investment, with deal sizes growing every month. According to insiders, Elon Musk-founded startup xAI is planning another mega-round – over $4 billion in equity, in addition to a previously announced $5 billion in debt financing. Such a colossal sum reflects how expensive it has become to develop and implement modern AI systems (requiring powerful computing resources, equipment, and the best people).
xAI is already valued at around $80 billion, while its rival OpenAI is reportedly targeting up to $40 billion ...
How to Create an Investment Portfolio Using a Bond Ladder
... at a higher rate of 8% per annum, and this process continues up to five tiers of the ladder, assuming a long-term investment plan. The average annual interest rate should ideally be around 8-8.5%. Upon maturity, the proceeds from the redeemed bond should ... ... recognize that investing in securities issued by the same issuer does not eliminate risk and may not sufficiently cover anticipated expenses.
Ideally, it is advisable to purchase both foreign currency bonds and ruble-denominated securities. This approach enables ...
Starting from August 1, the ban on fuel exports will be reinstated. What does this mean for the market?
... Management on the Market
The downside of the current model of managing the domestic fuel market is the lack of long-term planning opportunities, says Viktor Katona, senior analyst for oil markets at Kpler. In this system, companies do not know how ... ... of a refinery is the value of the basket of oil products produced by the plant, minus the cost of raw materials and operating expenses, with the addition of subsidies like the reverse excise tax and damping and investment supplements from the federal budget....
Ruble Concludes 2024 Above 100 Against Dollar: Causes, Forecasts, and Implications
... real purchasing power of citizens is decreasing. This is particularly felt by those whose income is pegged to the ruble while expenses are tied to foreign currencies.
Business
Companies dealing with imported goods will face rising costs. This may lead ... ... interest rates, the ruble significantly weakened. In 2025, volatility in the currency market is expected to persist, making careful planning of financial and investment decisions crucial.
How Fuel Company "Resource" Works and Why Clients Choose It for Fuel Procurement
... Resource's clients gain access to quality fuel without intermediaries, as well as transparent pricing and opportunities for long-term planning.
The company’s sources of revenue include:
Wholesale Sales.
Purchasing fuel from VINC and selling it under large contracts ... ...
Resource takes care of organizing delivery to the final destination, which is convenient for businesses and lowers transportation expenses.
Why Clients Choose Resource
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High Reliability Standards.
The company’s extensive experience and proven reputation ...