... Investments in social projects strengthen the company's reputation and contribute to long-term business sustainability. Thus, Slavneft’s strategic investments focus on modernizing production capacities, implementing innovative technologies, and sustainable development, which strengthens the company's market positions and benefits both the Russian economy and investors.

... (partly due to the slowdown in the disposal of old warheads). USA The United States of America has a comparably sized nuclear arsenal—approximately 5,100 warheads in total. Out of these, around 1,500 are strategically deployed, which equates to the Russian level as stipulated by the New START treaty. The US nuclear potential also developed during the Cold War, but from a peak in the 1960s to the 1980s (when the USA had over 20,000 warheads) it has been significantly reduced. Today, the US focuses on the quality and reliability of its nuclear forces while gradually reducing the ...

... Factors: The trend of a strengthening ruble and corporate events in Russia. It’s crucial to see whether the ruble’s strengthening trend remains, as well as how the situations with dividends and the financial results of remaining large companies develop. Positive surprises could maintain interest in Russian stocks.

... particular, sustainable investment funds (ESG) are gaining popularity – investors want their money to not only generate financial returns but also benefit the environment and society. In recent years, ESG funds have attracted significant capital. The Russian Collective Investment Market The collective investment market in Russia and the CIS is developing dynamically, although it began from a low base. The first mutual funds appeared in the late 1990s and for a long time did not gain substantial public trust. However, in recent years, an increasing number of Russians are considering investment ...

... Bank of Russia's key rate (21%), the current PMI data corresponds to market expectations. Stable PMI readings may support the Russian stock market and interest in risky assets; however, inflationary risks prescribe caution in investment strategies. Services ... ... and reduced purchasing power among consumers. The slowdown in household spending growth and a soft business cycle hinder the development of the services sector. Industrial Sector The industrial sector remained stagnant once more, but signs of stabilization ...