... payments to the budget, totaling up to 95% of the asset value, effectively blocking most transactions involving foreign capital. Secondly, high financing costs diminish project attractiveness: the Bank of Russia's key rate has been raised to 21%, making loans expensive. Thirdly, the uncertainty in the economic situation (geopolitical risks, high sanctions costs, and ruble volatility) complicates revenue and cash flow forecasting for target companies, increasing expected risks. Finally, investor participation ...

... improved financial metrics in an environment of rising wages, which makes their stocks more attractive. Additionally, the banking sector stands to gain indirectly. As incomes rise, bank account balances and deposits tend to grow, and demand increases for loans (mortgages, consumer credit) and financial services. Banks can benefit from both higher fee income and potentially lower credit risks – higher incomes make it easier for borrowers to repay debt. The shares of major Russian banks could thus show ...

... awaiting the publication of earnings reports from leading issuers for the first half of 2025, and hopes for improved performance in the banking and consumer sectors add to the optimism. The high interest rate domestically has a dual impact. Expensive loans restrict business activity and consumer demand, but at the same time stimulate inflows into high-yield instruments and enhance the appeal of stocks from companies with stable profits. Analysts expect a moderately positive scenario: under favorable ...

... forecast continued high profitability for Sberbank amid rising interest income and an active recovery in lending to individuals and businesses. Sberbank's results serve as a barometer for the entire Russian banking sector: an acceleration in net profit and loan portfolio growth will indicate a stable economy and consumer demand, while a slowdown might signal emerging risks. Investor reaction to Sberbank's report will set the tone for the Russian stock market, particularly in the financial segment. Morning ...

... exception. In response to the crisis, the US government has undertaken large-scale support programs for the population and businesses, which included: Direct payment programs to citizens to support purchasing power and stabilize domestic demand. Government loans and subsidies for small and medium-sized businesses aimed at minimizing the effects of temporary closures and restrictions. Increased unemployment benefits, which helped citizens cope with financial difficulties, but increased the budget deficit....