... Technological problems are compounded by the gradual depletion of the budget's safety cushion. The federal budget deficit for January-October 2024 was 220 billion rubles, and by the end of the year, it is expected to grow to 3.3 trillion rubles. With high debt market rates, almost all of this gap will need to be financed from the liquid portion of the National Wealth Fund (NWF), which by the end of the year will have less than 3 trillion rubles left. The "half-and-half" damper Therefore, the Ministry of Finance plans to differentiate payments between the gasoline ...

... of around $20 billion, primarily aimed at investing in late-stage American AI startups. According to industry research, U.S. funds currently hold unprecedented reserves of “dry powder” (over $300 billion in unallocated capital) ready to invest as market confidence returns. Such flows of “big money” provide the ecosystem with liquidity, fueling new rounds and supporting the growth of promising companies. The return of mega funds and major institutional investors not only intensifies the competition for the best deals but also instills confidence in the industry for continued ...

... billion for investments in late-stage American AI startups. According to industry research, U.S. funds currently hold record reserves of uninvested capital (over $300 billion in so-called "dry powder"), prepared to engage as confidence in the market returns. Such flows of "big money" are filling the ecosystem with liquidity, providing fuel for new rounds and supporting the growth of promising companies' valuations. The return of mega funds and large institutional investors not only intensifies competition for the best deals but also instills confidence in the sector ...

... than disappointments, it's essential to thoroughly explore the available investment opportunities. In this article, I will outline the key principles for choosing reliable investments for stable income and what to focus on in the context of the Russian market. 1. Clearly Define Your Goals and Investment Horizons Before you begin selecting assets, determine what you aim to achieve. Short-term goals, such as purchasing a car or a home, require more liquid and low-risk assets, like bonds or funds. For long-term objectives—such as generating passive income or securing a pension—stocks or real estate are more suitable. Each asset has its own payback periods and risk level, so having clear goals ...

... predominantly focused on investments in late-stage American AI startups. According to industry research, venture funds in the U.S. currently hold unprecedented reserves of uninvested capital (over $300 billion of "dry powder") ready for investments as market confidence returns. Such flows of "big money" are filling the ecosystem with liquidity, providing fuel for new rounds and supporting the growth of promising companies’ valuations. The return of mega funds and large institutional investors not only intensifies competition for the best deals but also instills confidence in the ...