... Kweichow Moutai, a well-known alcohol producer, with forecasts for double-digit sales growth. In Russia, the primary publications will be from X5 Group and VK Company. X5, the largest retailer, is projected to report net earnings of around 32.6 billion rubles with revenue growth of approximately 20% year-on-year. VK expects revenue of about 37.6 billion rubles with positive EBITDA of around 4.2 billion rubles, reflecting improved operational efficiency. What Investors Should Pay Attention To August ...

... gasoline from the country is prohibited. This emergency measure aims to saturate the domestic market and curb price increases at gas stations. According to the Moscow Fuel Association, the average retail price of AI-92 gasoline in Moscow reached around 59 rubles per liter at the beginning of August, while AI-95 was about 65 rubles/l, which is noticeably above the levels seen at the start of the year. Despite the export ban, fuel prices at gas stations are gradually increasing, although the rate of growth ...

... demand globally. In this case, funds need to be invested in self-development. This can be done through reading specialized literature, attending courses, and striving for self-improvement. An hour of consultation can charge anywhere from 3,000 to 30,000 rubles, depending on the level of qualification and the relevancy of the industry. Specialists with financial education are particularly sought after, servicing private clients as well as large corporations. Consultations can be one-off or extend over ...

... towards professionals. Types of MIFs MIFs can be broadly categorized into several types: Open Funds. Anyone can invest in these funds, provided they meet the minimal contribution amount established by the organization, which is typically as low as 100-200 rubles. Shares can be bought or sold on any business day. Interval Funds. These funds have specific restrictions on the purchase and subsequent sale of shares. New participants are accepted only 2-3 times a year, and the same applies to the payout of ...

... restrains lending and investment activity. Sanctions and External Economic Environment: Amidst sanctions pressure and restrictions on exports and imports, businesses face shortages of technological equipment, components, and supply chain challenges. Ruble Instability: Currency volatility limits planning capabilities and dampens external economic activity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. Decline in Consumer Demand: High inflation reduces the purchasing power of households, which ...