... during periods of price growth, silver tends to gain more than gold, and conversely, during downturns, it also tends to lose more. Therefore, this asset is more suited for investors who can tolerate significant price fluctuations. The particularly strong increase in silver prices occurred in the third quarter of 2020, largely driven by the industrial sector, as demand for solar panels, which utilize this metal, rose by 6.7%. Conversely, in other industries such as photography and jewelry, demand actually decreased slightly....

... lowers rates, Wall Street hits new highs World financial markets are wrapping up the week on an optimistic note. In the USA, stock indices hit historical highs owing to strong corporate earnings and hopes for imminent monetary policy easing. Meanwhile, prices for safe-haven assets like gold remain near record levels, although risk appetite has slightly increased amidst progress in trade negotiations. Investors from the CIS are particularly focused on the Central Bank of Russia's unexpected sharp cut in the key interest rate, as well as macroeconomic signals from Europe and China. Below is a detailed ...

... stages and potentially profit from its value growth following the public listing. Today, IPOs remain one of the key events in financial markets, attracting the attention of both novice speculators and conservative investors: the former hope for a sharp price increase, while the latter view the new issuance as a means of diversifying their portfolios. In this article, we will examine the history of the primary issuance market, the stages of preparing a company for an IPO, the main advantages and risks for ...

... industrials. Lower production may raise concerns about economic slowing. Import and Export Prices (October) — Published at 13:30 GMT This report highlights inflationary pressures from trade. Rising import prices may suggest inflationary concerns, while increasing export prices indicate higher demand for U.S. goods abroad. Both metrics impact the dollar and inflation-sensitive sectors. University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (November, Preliminary) — Published at 15:00 GMT The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index ...

... driven by two key factors: the influx of institutional investments through spot crypto ETFs and the limited supply of coins (due to the halving effect in 2024). New opportunities are emerging for Bitcoin. A number of analysts continue to forecast a price increase to $150,000 by year-end (with some bold estimates reaching $200,000), although volatility remains high. Any serious economic or political disruptions could trigger a correction. Nevertheless, the underlying fundamentals remain positive, and many ...