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M&A Market Activity in Russia at Three-Year Low

... high key rates. Expensive ruble-denominated debt diminishes the investment appeal of projects: high borrowing costs reduce transaction profitability. At the same time, currency restrictions and difficulties in repatriating profits continue to undermine market liquidity. The abrupt tightening of monetary policy has devalued a portion of assets, and heightened risks along with the burden on banks' balance sheets, including funds accumulated by foreign companies, have created additional pressure on business valuations....

Infrastructure for Cryptocurrency Sales in Russia - What Awaits the Market in 2025

... private investment funds to companies looking to diversify their assets using crypto instruments. Additionally, legal exchange channels will ease the exit from investments: converting cryptocurrency to fiat will become simpler and safer, thus increasing market liquidity. However, alongside the advantages, there are also risks. A regulated market introduces stringent oversight and compliance requirements. Investors will have to adhere to norms for financial monitoring, tax reporting, and restrictions set by ...

How to choose a broker to participate in an IPO: what to look for?

..., it is important to consider which brokers have access to Russian exchanges and participate in the syndicate of brokers organizing IPOs. Due to sanctions, many foreign investors have lost access to the Russian market, which has led to a decrease in liquidity and a change in market conditions. Broker client base: Check who the broker cooperates with - these can be both local and international clients. Brokers working with Russian investors have more opportunities to participate in local IPOs. Regulation and compliance with ...

Macroeconomic Events and Quarterly Reports of Major Companies on July 22, 2025: Reports from Coca-Cola, RTX, Equifax, SAP, UniCredit

... regulator is concerned about the gap between low unemployment and still high inflation but notes early signs of economic cooling. The result – the RBA keeps the door open for further actions, but will decide based on new data. This somewhat calmed the market: the AUD did not experience sharp moves, and Australian stocks opened higher. Overall, the RBA minutes confirmed the importance of macroeconomics: central banks remain in the spotlight for investors, determining liquidity conditions. UK: Andrew Bailey's Speech (Bank of England) At 12:15 MSK, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey delivered a report to the Treasury Committee of the UK Parliament. Formally, the topic of the hearings was the latest Financial Stability ...

Options: Types and their Application for Investors and Traders

... to protect against a fall in their value. If the stock price declines, the loss will be offset by the gain from the option, and the premium will be the only cost. Importance for hedging: Options are widely used in corporate finance to protect against market risks, such as changes in commodity prices, foreign exchange rates, or interest rates. Risk control: Unlike other derivatives such as futures, buying options involves no liability or liquidation risk. Options are a truly powerful tool for managing finances and investing. They provide incredible flexibility and a wide range of opportunities for both novice investors and professional traders. From minimizing risks and using capital ...