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Inflation Slowdown in Russia: What It Means for Investors?

... in inflation allows investors to confidently adopt long-term strategies, such as investing in shares of promising Russian companies. The consumer goods and services sectors may benefit from slowing inflation, as households will have more disposable income for consumption. Low Interest Rates on the Horizon. Although the current rate remains high, a slowdown in inflation may allow the Central Bank to consider easing its monetary policy in the future. This, in turn, would improve business conditions and potentially attract capital ...

Ruble Concludes 2024 Above 100 Against Dollar: Causes, Forecasts, and Implications

... pharmaceuticals. Household Incomes The 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 ... ... proved to be a year of challenges for the ruble and the Russian economy. Amidst sanctions, declining export revenues, and high interest rates, the ruble significantly weakened. In 2025, volatility in the currency market is expected to persist, making careful ...

Increase of Asset Threshold for Qualified Investors in Russia: What You Need to Know in 2025

... sector. Activity: execution of a specified number of transactions with financial instruments within a set period. Income: annual income exceeding 6 million rubles. These criteria remain unchanged and may serve as an alternative for those who do not meet the ... ... the property threshold for qualified investors reflects the regulator's desire to enhance market resilience and protect the interests of participants. It is crucial for investors to be prepared for these changes to remain competitive and retain access ...

Ministry of Finance Auctions – How to Participate

... Investors Participate in Auctions? Any investor can participate in the auction. This offers a great opportunity to secure additional income. To gain access to trades, one must contact an investment company or a banking institution acting as a broker. However,... ... serve as a litmus test for the entire market. Thus, one can not only predict the value of the securities and the corresponding interest rates but also the future ruble exchange rate. This approach allows for profit from both securities and currency trading....

Profile of the Average Russian Investor

... more than half of all assets. Simply put, older individuals are bringing more money to the market, yet their share in the market is smaller. Most of those who invest have permanent full-time employment (for them, investing is an additional source of income). They typically have higher education, with 36% occupying managerial positions. Thus, overall higher education certainly influences the interest in finance and investments. Only one in five individuals understands investments; the majority—61%—possess superficial knowledge, and 21% do not understand investment concepts at all. This is related to the introduction of investor categorization....