... industrial sector has yielded profits of around 300% since 2005. In fact, it is more balanced than often assumed. These assets are attractive due to good dividends and tend to be less volatile compared to other sectors, such as energy, commodities, and finance. Energy Weight of companies in the S&P 500: 2.3% Total return from 2005 to 2020: 59% The energy sector performed best in 2005, 2007, and 2016; however, 2020 marked the third consecutive year of poor results for energy companies. It's worth noting ...

... to an increase in interest income, but investors should be aware of potential risks associated with the quality of loans. Attracting customer funds: Growing deposits and funds in customer accounts strengthens the banks' liquidity and their ability to finance further growth. Integration and synergies: The merger of TBank and Rosbank may lead to operational synergies, cost reduction and expansion of the product line, which will have a positive impact on future financial results. Overall, the current ...

... who invest have permanent full-time employment (for them, investing is an additional source of income). They typically have higher education, with 36% occupying managerial positions. Thus, overall higher education certainly influences the interest in finance and investments. Only one in five individuals understands investments; the majority—61%—possess superficial knowledge, and 21% do not understand investment concepts at all. This is related to the introduction of investor categorization. Currently,...

... whose total income from interest exceeds the tax-exempt minimum. Lenta.ru Impact on Russia: The expected inflation exceeding the Central Bank's forecasts may lead to a tightening of monetary policy, affecting the cost of credit and the availability of financing for businesses and consumers. The enacted legislative measures are aimed at supporting specific categories of citizens and increasing control in the migration sector, potentially influencing the socio-economic situation in the country. The introduction ...

... station remains stable. "Federal budget revenues from MET and export duties on gas in the first eight months of 2024 increased by 9% compared to the same period in 2023, or by 98 billion rubles in absolute terms, according to the Ministry of Finance. A key factor was the increase in gas supplies to Europe, which ultimately led to an increase in gas production," he noted. Referring to data from the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas (ENTSOG), the expert clarified ...