... the risk of ceasing remaining transit supplies through Ukraine in the near future becomes a tangible reality. This situation particularly affects countries like Austria and Hungary, which heavily rely on these supplies. 2. Instability in Global Energy Markets Global instability in energy markets has led to sharp fluctuations in gas prices and a reduction in available supplies. Competition for LNG has intensified due to high demand in Asia, resulting in increased prices and higher costs for deliveries to Europe....

... approvals or technological breakthroughs) could give a new boost to the bullish trend. Conversely, unexpected restrictions or macroeconomic shocks might temporarily cool investor enthusiasm. Nevertheless, the overall direction looks promising: the crypto market is becoming more deeply integrated into global finance, while investments in digital assets are transitioning from a niche interest to mainstream acceptance. For investors from the CIS and around the world, the current state of affairs signifies an expansion of opportunities and tools. Cryptocurrencies ...

... technological breakthroughs) could provide a new impetus for the bullish trend. Conversely, unexpected restrictions or macroeconomic shocks may temporarily cool investors' enthusiasm. Nonetheless, the overall outlook appears encouraging: the crypto market is increasingly integrating into global finance, and investments in digital assets are transforming from a niche hobby into mainstream acceptance. For investors from the CIS and around the world, the current state of affairs means an expansion of opportunities and tools. Cryptocurrencies ...

... unpredictable escalation that Iran may simply not endure." Alpha Bank does not foresee a scenario of a complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which would entail a 20% reduction in export flows that could trigger global upheavals in the raw materials market and shift dynamics in the global economy, says Nikita Blokhin, a senior analyst at Alpha Bank. "Should such risks emerge, the conflict will likely be resolved diplomatically as regional players get involved in the process," he states. "Key Persian Gulf countries ...

... mining assets. 4. Resource Giants: Oil & Gas and Mining Classic resource sectors continued to generate superprofits for their owners: Vladimir Potanin – +$2.5 billion , totaling $30.4 billion; a positive trend was aided by a nickel shortage in the global market. Alexey Mordashov – +$2 billion (up to $25 billion) due to diversification of export markets and domestic demand for flat-rolled products. Vagit Alekperov – +$1.2 billion , resulting in $26.5 billion; support came from high prices for Urals ...