... contract brands) reflect trends similar to those in developing economies. International experience indicates high volatility in investments within the dietary supplement segment: M&A transactions and consolidation are not uncommon in the West, and companies ... ... profitability and rapid growth. A recent example is the IPO of biotech Bioversys on the SIX Swiss Exchange—successful access to foreign exchanges by Russian players demonstrates that capital is attracted to pharmaceutical/R&D projects from various jurisdictions....

... and investing them across multiple banks. This diversification helps mitigate risk and reduces the likelihood of losing all invested funds. When selecting a bank, it is essential to review genuine depositors' feedback, read analytics, and consult with ... ... provides investors with a comprehensive range of deposit options, promising high rates not only for deposits in national but also foreign currencies. Additionally, if an investor refers a new client who then makes a deposit, they receive a bonus on their account....

... developers generate income from paid services as well as from interest on the residual balances of investors' accounts. The mobile application has a limited functionality; the developers did not include analytical reporting or expert advice regarding investment decisions. This means that users must rely on their own experience and knowledge when making decisions. The Domestic Market The situation in the domestic market is not as optimistic as that of foreign markets. However, there is room for development. Currently, a number of Russian players are experimenting with commission-free trading. However, these opportunities are limited to short-term marketing campaigns. In all other cases, commissions ...

... influenced by international practices and local market conditions (sanctions, devaluation, and a tight monetary policy). Technological companies, manufacturers, and others are beginning to use pre-IPO as a development tool, mirroring the experiences of their foreign counterparts. Stages and Mechanisms of Investing in Pre-IPO Investing in pre-IPO begins with the search for interesting companies on private platforms or through brokers dealing with closed placements. Access to such transactions is available to qualified investors and, within certain limits,...

... bank PSB announced a fund of 12 billion rubles, and Kama Flow firm—of 10 billion rubles), while local startups are attracting capital and preparing for IPOs (Krasnodar food tech Qummy secured 440 million rubles at a valuation of ~2.4 billion rubles). Foreign investors are again allowed to make deals in Russian projects. Although the volumes of venture investments in the region are still modest, they are growing: in the first half of 2025, approximately $78 million was invested in Russian tech companies—70% more than the previous year (though this is still a small share of the global market). Conclusions: ...