... retention and purchase frequency. Financial and Technological Services: Additional revenue sources improve diversification. JD’s business diversification reduces cyclicality and supports a strong cash flow. Market Response and Valuation of JD Shares The stock price increase of +2.4% reflects a re-evaluation of the likelihood of sustainable margin improvement and cash flow prospects. Investors note a combination of factors: accelerated turnover, decreased sensitivity to logistics, and a positive mix leaning ...

... statistics, and financial results from major companies to assess the state of the global economy and the prospects for specific sectors. The combination of these factors will form the informational backdrop for the day, impacting currency rates, commodity prices, and stock index movements. Key events for Tuesday, August 5, 2025: Australia – Services PMI (July) – 02:00 MSK. Japan – Publication of the latest Bank of Japan meeting minutes – 02:50 MSK. Japan – Services PMI (July) – 03:30 MSK. China – Caixin ...

... of investment has its own characteristics. To make an informed decision, it's essential to examine the main methods in more detail. Purchase of Securities One of the most striking examples of long-term investments is the purchase of securities on the stock market. In this case, an individual buys shares at a specific price and later sells them at a different price, resulting in a decent profit. When employing this method of investment, the key is not to panic and start selling securities during price declines. It is crucial to understand that prices can fluctuate ...

... However, there are also no fundamental reasons for the market to increase long positions. Accordingly, the absence of any 'support' combined with speculative trades, apparently, served as a trigger for mass sell-offs," says Dudchenko. "Oils prices have decreased due to several reasons, including concerns about a recession in the U.S. and reduced demand for energy resources in China, as well as a relative temporary lull in the Middle East," says Alexander Shepelev, a stock market expert at BCS World of Investments. "The recovery growth in demand has exhausted itself, coinciding with OPEC+'s plans for gradual production increases. Participants in the deal planned to increase quotas from October 2024, but the ...

... pressure. "The average price of Brent oil may drop below $50 per barrel in the first half of 2026 due to increased production by OPEC+ countries and slowing global demand growth," predicts Sergey Tereshkin ( column in RBC ). Gas Market: High Stocks in Europe and Stable Prices The focus in the gas market remains on Europe. EU countries are rapidly filling natural gas in underground storage, preparing for the winter period. By mid-August, European UGS facilities are over 80% filled in total capacity, confidently approaching ...