... global economy. Conversely, weak employment data could heighten concerns about an economic slowdown. Besides Canada , there are no significant macro reports scheduled for the U.S., Europe, or Asia on August 8 — the main business activity indices and inflation reports were already released earlier in the week. Therefore, the external macro environment for the markets is relatively calm today, and investor attention shifts towards political news and corporate stories. Nevertheless, any unexpected statements from central bank representatives or new data (for example, updates on U.S.-China trade negotiations) ...

... historical peak (~$128,000) reached the previous night. The flagship digital asset remains the main benchmark for the entire market: the growth in its value is supported by a combination of factors. Since the beginning of the year, BTC has gained about 35% in value, driven by a strong influx of institutional investments, investors seeking safe havens amid inflation risks, and favorable macroeconomic conditions with moderate global inflation. An additional driver is the anticipation of the launch ...

... market. The absence of foreign capital exacerbates the shortage of transactions, causing the M&A market to rely increasingly on the participation of Russian investors. Macroeconomic Factors The state of the economy and politics directly impacts the M&A market. In recent years, GDP growth has slowed, and inflation remains above the target level, forcing the Central Bank to maintain high key rates. Expensive ruble-denominated debt diminishes the investment appeal of projects: high borrowing costs reduce transaction profitability. At the same time, currency ...

... resumption of two refineries focused on producing AI-95 gasoline. In early August, the Ministry again reported sufficient supply and noted that gasoline shipments to the domestic market were 5% higher than last year, while diesel shipments were 8% higher. According to Reuters, in the first half of 2024, ... ... According to Rosstat data, the price of gasoline at gas stations increased for two consecutive weeks, exceeding the national inflation rate: from the beginning of the year until August 5, it rose by 5.5% while inflation was 4.99%. The return to the export ...

... new skills. The Future of Inflationship: Trend or Temporary Phenomenon? The economic landscape is constantly evolving, and over time, inflationship may either solidify as a social trend or fade away as economic conditions improve. However, amid high inflation, rising living expenses, and job market instability, this relationship format could become the new norm for many young people. Whether inflationship will become a long-term trend or merely a temporary coping mechanism for economic realities remains to be seen. The key point is to remember ...