... additional banks, insurance, and investment firms (including through the fragmentation of existing holdings) could yield significant capitalization growth. Possible issuers could include large private banks and leasing companies, as well as national pension funds (NPFs) and asset management firms offering investment products and seeking to expand capital. Infrastructure and Industrial Companies. This category includes transportation companies (e.g., Russian Railways, airports, seaports), energy, ...

... the investment market in a country is a key element for unicorn success. In developed ecosystems, a full spectrum of financial players is involved: Private Venture Funds. Classic VC funds (managing the capital of private investors, corporations, and pension funds) are foundational for startup financing. The U.S. has over 3,400 venture firms, which in 2023 engaged in over 13,600 deals totaling $170+ billion. Similarly, dozens of large VC funds focused on the tech sector have emerged in China and India....

... with the aim of preserving and increasing its value. All these types of financial intermediaries qualify as collective investors; however, investment companies play a central role in conducting investment activities, followed closely by non-government pension funds and insurance firms. Investor deposits are characterized as long-term savings, aimed at capital preservation. For instance, in Western markets, it is common for individuals to invest their funds in investment funds for an extended or indefinite ...

... the technological advancements that have provided companies with better access to crypto assets than ever before. But why do you think institutional investors are eager to invest in cryptocurrency? As previously mentioned, a survey involving over 400 pension funds, financial advisors, hedge funds, endowments, and investment funds found that 22% of respondents currently have access to digital cryptocurrency assets. 40% are open to investing in the crypto market in the coming years. Furthermore, 72% ...

..., falling prices, and problems for developers create additional risks for the economy. Demographic Decline In 2024, China's population fell by 1.4 million people. This reduces the labor force, reduces consumer demand, and increases the burden on the pension system. Deflation The Chinese economy has faced deflation for the second year in a row. Falling prices reduce business income, create expectations of further price reductions and undermine investment activity. The role of stimulus measures in ...