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Why Exchange Prices for Gasoline Reach Records While Pump Prices Stay Calm

... products marketplace Open Oil Market, the rise in exchange gasoline prices is linked to a reduction in subsidies for oil refineries. In May 2025, payments for the damping mechanism (compensation to oil companies from the budget for supplying fuel to the domestic market at prices below export levels) amounted to 42.5 billion rubles – 32% less than the previous month and 79% less than in May 2024. The reduction in subsidies leads to a decline in oil refining margins. In this situation, oil companies ...

Dedollarization of Global Finance: Reducing Investments in US Treasury Securities

... geopolitical tensions. Social Integration: Using TROY for social payments enhances trust in the system among the population. Economic Independence: The decision helps reduce the influence of foreign currency and international financial structures on the domestic economy. What Should Investors Focus On? Visa and Mastercard: Loss of market share in Turkey may impact their revenue, particularly in the long term. Local Banks: The strengthening position of TROY supports sovereign financial institutions and ...

Where to Invest One Million Rubles: Long-Term Investments

... reliable coupon income (approximately 15% per annum) with low risk. 30% – Corporate bonds from large issuers. Yield higher income (for example, 15–20%) and balance risk through creditworthy companies. 25% – Stocks. Funds are allocated between domestic "blue chips" (Sberbank, Norilsk Nickel, Yandex, etc.) and foreign assets through funds. Expected capital returns (price appreciation + dividends) can amount to around 10% per annum or more. 5% – Precious metals (gold). Acts as an ...

European Economy Losing Competitiveness: Causes and Consequences

... economy will face a notable slowdown in growth in 2025, which may lead to a recession. The forecast does not take into account potential new tariffs from the Trump administration, which could exacerbate the situation. Key reasons for the slowdown: Weak domestic demand: High inflation continues to pressure purchasing power. Industrial decline: The manufacturing sector remains stagnant due to decreasing global demand and high energy prices. Geopolitical factors: Trade disputes and potential tariffs increase ...

News on Startups and Venture Investments - Tuesday, June 17, 2025: Fintech Unicorns and IPO Resurgence Revitalize the Market

... capital from Middle Eastern, Chinese, and European funds, acting as "bridges" between ecosystems. Within Russia, deal sizes remain modest (rarely exceeding a few million dollars), but a steady flow of investments in niche projects aimed at domestic demand and import substitution persists. For venture investors from the CIS, the current global upturn represents a chance to enter new markets: despite restrictions, it is possible to attract international partners, register businesses in friendly ...