... Ruble Exchange Rate and Currency Market Dynamics Monday marks the conclusion of the July tax period in Russia, during which exporters typically sell foreign currency revenue to pay taxes, supporting the ruble's exchange rate. It is expected that after ... ... supported stock quotes in the oil and gas and raw materials sectors. At the same time, persistent geopolitical uncertainty and restrictions on certain industries restrained more active index growth. Investors in Russia are closely awaiting the start of ...

... Pakistan also plays a role in justifying internal security measures in India. The fight against extremism, declared to be “exported from Pakistan,” serves as a rationale for harsh actions against separatists and terrorists within the country. This ... ... Indian authorities cite the constant threat from Pakistan to explain the prolonged deployment of the army in the region and restrictions on civil liberties in the name of preventing terrorist attacks. More broadly, the image of Pakistan as an enemy unites ...

... neighbors? Commentary for the newspaper Vzglyad. Moldova has found itself in a difficult situation on the gas market due to transit restrictions imposed by Ukraine. Sergey Tereshkin's article discusses the causes of the gas crisis, the actions of Ukrainian and ... ... case of a blackout, but this raises competing priorities as Romania already supports southern Ukraine. Limited winter energy exports and increased domestic consumption in Romania complicate matters, especially as renewable energy output declines during ...

... half of the year (for example, due to global construction of new factories and government support programs for the industry), the stock may gain upward momentum along with the entire sector. Conversely, any cautious notes (e.g., regarding the impact of export restrictions in China or that demand recovery remains unstable) could lead to corrections in LRCX shares and similar companies. Qualcomm (QCOM) – a developer of mobile processors and modems whose chips are used in numerous smartphones worldwide. Qualcomm's ...

... However, with Trump's victory, some experts and representatives from Western banks see potential opportunities to reconsider these restrictions, which could reactivate trade and expand financial operations. Market Response to the Possibility of Sanction Easing ... ... would increase demand for the Russian currency. This could stabilize the ruble's exchange rate, which would be beneficial for exporters and import-related activities within the country. Growth of the Russian Stock Market The possible lifting of sanctions ...