... or high inflation. Gold. The most popular protective asset, frequently used to preserve capital. Investment in gold can be executed through purchasing physical metal, shares in gold mining companies, or exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Commodities. Oil, gas, copper, and other commodities can have significant price fluctuations but can also present opportunities for speculative investments in times of high volatility. Alternative Investments In an unstable market, investors may consider alternative assets that have low correlation with traditional markets: Cryptocurrencies. Despite their high volatility, cryptocurrencies can be used for diversification and as a means of hedging against inflation risks. ...

... growing. The investor finds out what category the industry belongs to and how industry trends can affect the company's business. External factors specific to the sector are also taken into account: raw material prices (important for metallurgy, oil and gas), government regulation (for banks, the alcohol industry, etc.), technological changes in the market, etc. The result of the industry analysis is an understanding of whether the environment is favorable for the company's activities or whether it faces serious external risks. Company (issuer) analysis. The third stage is an in-depth study of the ...

... primary platform for the issuance and trading of NFTs: popular collections and new projects continue to utilize the network, although fees and competition from cheaper blockchains (Solana, Polygon, etc.) affect activity. For Ethereum's price, the NFT market has a dual significance. On one hand, a renewed spike in interest in digital art, gaming NFTs, or metaverses could increase network load and demand for ETH (for gas payments), stimulating price growth. On the other hand, prolonged disinterest in NFTs means fewer transactions and, accordingly, weaker fundamental demand for Ether. As of the end of April 2025, trading volumes for NFT tokens remain significantly ...

... December (Preliminary Data) This index gauges consumer outlook on current and future economic conditions. An uptick can support markets by reflecting consumer confidence, which drives domestic demand. 18:00 MSK: USA — Consumer Inflation Expectations for ... ... indicating manageable inflationary pressures. 21:00 MSK: USA — Baker Hughes Rig Count This report monitors activity in the oil and gas sector. An increase in rig count suggests higher oil production, potentially pressuring prices. A decrease could lead to rising ...

... public exits provide funds the opportunity to realize profitable exits and redirect capital into new projects. Despite investors' caution, the extended "window" encourages an increasing number of startups to consider going public. OPEN OIL MARKET is a comprehensive digital platform that unites suppliers, buyers, carriers, and financial partners in the oil and gas industry. The platform provides high transparency and reduces risks associated with procurement or sales decisions, enabling more efficient operations in a rapidly changing business environment. On the OpenOilMarket marketplace, users can purchase ...