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"Pancake Index": How Prices for Key Products Changed for Pancake Week 2025
... products in 2025 is linked to several key factors:
Rising dairy prices – The increase in butter prices is directly related to rising costs of milk and livestock feed.
Fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate – Imported ingredients, such as feed and fertilizers, have become more expensive.
Logistics costs – Rising transportation expenses also impact the final price of products.
Seasonal demand – In the lead-up to Maslenitsa, prices of key ingredients traditionally rise.
However, the drop in egg ...
Growth of the Wealth of the Richest Businessmen in Russia in 2025: A Detailed Analysis of Capital Dynamics
... 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 favoring the CIS and ...
VC.RU: How Businesses Can Avoid Relying on Loans During a Crisis
... processing techniques to produce:
Biopolymers and bioplastics.
Bioethanol fuel.
Starches for various industries.
Glucose-fructose syrups for food production.
Amino acids for livestock feed.
Build plants for biodegradable plastics and nitrogen fertilizers.
This approach aims to replace raw material exports with value-added products and boost import substitution in Russia, creating jobs and driving regional economic growth.
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Investing in Agriculture – Where to Start
... period, starting with a few years, and later convert to long-term ownership. If sufficient funds are available, purchasing land outright is an option.
Land purpose. It's essential to decide which crops will be cultivated. Some require preliminary work on fertilization and other processes, which means additional financial inputs. Also, one must consider the climate, soil quality, and gradient. Livestock farming requires vegetation and feed to provide proper nutrition for the animals.
Land selection. It ...
Economic Trends in Russia: GDP Slowdown and Inflationary Challenges – What It Means for Investors
... Sector Stocks:
In a context of GDP slowdown and high inflation, companies associated with exports, raw materials, and energy may remain advantageous for long-term investments. Examples of such firms include oil and gas companies, metal producers, and fertilizer manufacturers.
Investments in Dividend Stocks:
Amidst volatility, dividends may become a primary source of yield for investors. Companies that provide stable dividends, such as Sberbank, Gazprom, and Norilsk Nickel, could be appealing for investments....