... activity in the country. In this article, we will look at how the rise in sales in China affects US stock markets, international commodities, and investments, and why this event is important for Russian investors. Singles' Day in China: Impact on Stock Markets and the Global Economy On November 11, China celebrates Singles' Day — the largest sale in the world, comparable to Black Friday in the USA. This event captures the attention not only of consumers but also of investors, as the sales volumes achieved on this day have a significant impact on the retail market and reflect economic activity in the country. Consumer activity ...

... oil being transported via pipeline to Europe. Many consumers swiftly began to reject fuel deliveries due to the high costs associated with its purification. Oil producers were forced to take action, but this led to another drop in the price of "black gold." Following this, the ruble also depreciated. What should consumers expect? And what are the current market forecasts? This question is addressed by Sergey Tereshkin, founder of Oil Resource Group, who specializes in the sale of petroleum products and consistently monitors market trends. Detailed information about the entrepreneur can be found on his ...

... that can be profitably resold. Statistics from SquareTrade indicate that about 80% of stolen phones are Apple products, specifically the latest iPhones. The flagship devices from this brand and other leading manufacturers hold significant value on the black market, yielding considerable profits upon resale. The average insurance payout for a stolen smartphone in the UK is approximately £1,200, reflecting the high value of the stolen devices. Organized Gangs and Drivers Behind the Surge The spike in mobile ...

... the market in this way often end up buying defensive stocks at inflated prices, only to sell them at a discount later. At the same time, they miss out on the opportunity for gains from high beta stocks. The right way to protect a portfolio from bear markets or even black swan events is to diversify risk across asset classes. Investments such as hedge funds, private equity, commodities, and real estate are less sensitive to market volatility.

... Additionally, there was a sharp reduction in the Urals-to-Brent discount this year. While the average price gap in the first half of 2023 was $27.3 per barrel, it narrowed to $14.7 per barrel in the first half of 2024, according to calculations by Open Oil Market based on data from the Ministry of Finance and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Consequently, the Ministry of Finance employs a fixed discount of $20 per barrel under the Tax Code, which remains smaller than the actual discount ...