... living space, relocating to a more developed area, or moving closer to work and educational institutions. 6. Investment Interest in Real Estate For those viewing real estate as an investment, high demand for mortgages remains relevant. According to the Russian Guild of Realtors, interest in new builds among private investors rose by 22% in 2024. Real estate in Russia continues to be a popular asset, protecting capital from inflation, which particularly attracts investors during periods of unstable currency exchange rates and heightened inflation. My Comment as the ...

... these opposing factors suggests that sharp fluctuations in the currency market are unlikely: the ruble is expected to move within a specified range, primarily reacting to external shocks and energy price dynamics. Russian Stock Market: Prospects for Investors The Russian stock market concluded the previous week with little significant movement, reflecting a mixed influence of internal and external factors. High oil prices and expectations of strong corporate results supported stock quotes in the oil and gas and ...

... Qazaqstan Venture Group has been established with a volume of $1 billion to support AI startups and a new wave of tech projects. Furthermore, in July 2025, the President of the Russian Federation signed a decree effectively easing restrictions for foreign investors: they are once again permitted to acquire shares in Russian companies and freely withdraw capital from the country. This move is intended to revive international investments in the economy and venture sector, despite the geopolitical situation. Notably, individuals from the CIS are already achieving global ...

... distinctly higher than historical norms, yet substantially lower than the extremes of the crisis period. Overall, the record filling of gas storage facilities reduces the likelihood of sharp price spikes this winter, which is positively perceived by investors and industrial gas consumers. At the same time, market participants are closely monitoring further steps by the EU to strengthen energy security — including the introduction of new storage targets and potential restrictions on imports of Russian gas, which are being discussed at the political level. Fuel Market in Russia: Stabilization Measures and Price Reaction The domestic market for petroleum products in Russia is currently experiencing a tense situation due to rising gasoline and ...

... Around $67, Continued Fuel Export Ban in Russia, Increase in Gas Stocks in Europe, Acceleration of Investments in Renewable Energy Sources. The latest developments in the fuel and energy sector as of August 12, 2025, again attract the keen attention of investors and the market. The sanctions standoff between Washington and New Delhi is reaching a new phase—India is negotiating for more favorable supply conditions and has received an additional discount on Russian oil in response to US pressure. Against this backdrop, global oil prices, after a recent decline, are consolidating in the mid-$60s per barrel, demonstrating cautious stabilization around the $66–67 per barrel mark for Brent crude. In Russia,...