... the key rate to 21% has created serious challenges for the IPO market in Russia, forcing many companies to postpone their plans to enter the stock exchange. In this article, we will consider how the high rate affects capital raising, what it means for investors and issuers, and what prospects await the market in the near future. Find out what to expect from the Russian stock market in the context of rising rates and macroeconomic instability. IPO in Russia at a rate of 21%: what to expect in the near future? The Central Bank of Russia has once again raised the key rate to 21%, which significantly complicates ...

... economy. However, the crisis provides an opportunity to rethink development strategies. The key task is to create conditions where innovations can survive and thrive. This requires not only government support but also the active involvement of private investors ready to invest in promising projects.” Conclusion The year 2024 has been a test for the Russian venture market. However, even amidst the downturn, there remains potential for recovery and growth. Economic stabilization, development of the domestic market, and increased investor activity could help lift the venture industry out of the crisis ...

... gaming segment within its ecosystem. Lyft. Uber's main competitor in the ride-sharing market will also provide quarterly reports, offering additional insights into trends in passenger transport industries. Reports from Russian Companies OGK-2. A major Russian energy generation company (part of the Gazprom group) is expected to reveal its financial results for the first half of 2025 according to international financial reporting standards (IFRS) on August 6. Investors will assess OGK-2's results as an indicator of the state of the electricity sector in Russia. What Investors Should Pay Attention To Wednesday will be one of the key days of this week, providing a wealth of information for analysis. In the morning,...

... fund Qazaqstan Venture Group has been established with a volume of $1 billion to support AI startups and a new wave of tech projects. Additionally, in July 2025, the President of Russia signed a decree effectively softening restrictions for foreign investors: they are once again allowed to acquire shares in Russian companies and freely withdraw capital from the country. This move aims to stimulate international investments in the economy and venture sector, despite geopolitical conditions. It is noteworthy that émigrés from the CIS are already achieving ...

... persistently ultra-loose stance of the Bank of Japan. The market expects that even after elections, the Japanese regulator will continue to adhere to low rates, considering inflation around 3% and the need to support economic growth. Against this backdrop, investors in Asia preferred to take profit in yen; the Japanese currency hit its lowest values since 2022. In the emerging markets segment, currency trends remain under pressure from global factors. The Russian ruble weakened slightly over the week: the official exchange rate of the dollar set by the Central Bank of Russia for the weekend rose to ~79.55 ₽ (from ~78.86 ₽ the previous week). Pressure on the ruble intensified after the CBR lowered the ...