... global competition for capital and talent. Russia and the CIS: A Local Focus Amid Global Trends Despite external restrictions, active steps are being taken in Russia and neighboring countries to develop their own startup ecosystems in line with global trends. A new venture fund from PSB Bank was announced during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025), with a target size of around 12 billion rubles, aimed at supporting dual-use projects (drones, AI, robotics, and other high-tech areas). Alongside state institutions, private players have started becoming active: for example,...

... economies—from Asia to Europe. These indicators will provide insight into the state of the services sector, which remains a pillar of economic growth in many countries amidst cooling industrial activity. It is expected that PMI indices for China, India, and Russia ... ... inflation metrics, and trade balance), combined with an assessment of corporate results, will help timely identify emerging trends. When necessary, it is advisable to promptly adjust the investment portfolio, considering new risks or opportunities. By ...

... secure financing, making the venture market increasingly international. Russia and the CIS: Local Focus Amid Global Trends In Russia and neighboring countries, active measures are being taken to develop homegrown startup ecosystems in line with global trends. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025), a new venture fund was announced in partnership with the state bank PSB, valued at around 12 billion rubles for investment in dual-use projects—from drones and artificial intelligence to robotics. PSB is the anchor investor ...

... demand. At the same time, Brent crude oil prices have reached stable levels, providing a slight sign of optimism. An analysis of the current situation and forecasts for the energy market will reveal how this will affect the further development of the economic situation. Current Energy Sector News as of August 13, 2025: US Sanctions Against China and India, Rising Gasoline Prices in Russia, Stability of Brent Oil, European Gas Market Situation, Trends in Renewable Energy and Traditional Generation, and Investor Forecasts. Current events in the fuel and energy complex (FEC) as of August 13, 2025 attract investor attention due to their ambiguity. Geopolitical tensions continue to escalate: Washington ...

... are intersecting at new growth points, forming a truly global startup market. Russia and CIS: Local Focus Amid Global Trends In Russia and neighboring countries, active steps are being taken to develop their own startup ecosystems in line with global trends. At the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2025), a new venture fund was announced with the participation of PSB Bank, targeting approximately 12 billion rubles for investments in dual-use projects—from drones and artificial intelligence to robotics. PSB Bank is acting ...