... Accelerating Wealth Growth 5.1 Capital Markets Russian indices ended the first half of the year in positive territory: the IMOEX gained over 12%, positively reflecting on the valuations of billionaires' public companies. 5.2 Commodities and Exports High global prices for oil, metals, and fertilizers maintained cash flow for exporters. The easing of some sanctions on certain positions simplified logistics, increasing margins. 5.3 Flexibility of Business Models Diversification of assets, utilization of jurisdictions ...

... second week of September, Russia's seaborne oil exports reached 3.25 million barrels per day, comparable to 2021 levels. The price cap is not effective, as noted by officials not only in Russia but also in Europe and the U.S. For over a year, Urals prices have been above $60 per barrel, influenced by global benchmarks and the discount for Russian oil. This discount, which peaked at $34 per barrel in March 2022, is currently estimated at $10–13 per barrel. Attempts by the U.S. to restrict Russia’s so-called shadow fleet of oil tankers were somewhat ...

The week of 9–13 December 2024 is set to be pivotal for investors and traders, with significant economic data releases and central bank decisions poised to influence global financial markets. Key events include the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which will provide insights into inflation trends and potential Federal Reserve policy adjustments. The European Central Bank (ECB) is anticipated to announce a rate cut, reflecting ongoing economic challenges in the Eurozone....

... expenses, and other factors. Moreover, the weakening ruble has driven up equipment import costs. Scheduled maintenance at Russian refineries (refineries) in September is expected to reduce fuel production. Analyst Vladimir Chernov of Freedom Finance Global notes that to counteract potential shortages, refineries increased average daily processing by 20% in August compared to July. Nonetheless, the anticipation of reduced production is already pushing up wholesale prices on the exchange. Gusev argues it is too early to conclude that the export ban has failed. The ban is a long-term measure. Refinery maintenance and unmet summer demand are maintaining stable exchange purchases. Additionally, logistical issues ...

... platform for trading cryptocurrency options, accounting for over 85% of the global market for these derivatives. Nearly all global activity in Bitcoin and Ethereum options is centralized on Deribit, which means events on this exchange effectively set ... ... market. Major players, including hedge funds and family offices, use Deribit for hedging risks and speculating on BTC and ETH prices, leading to record levels of open interest. The fact that total open interest has reached multi-billion dollar values for ...