... Purchases of Russian Oil The largest Asian importers of Russian oil are demonstrating a determination to protect their interests and adapt to new conditions. India openly states that it cannot abruptly abandon Russian crude, which is vital for its energy security. Amidst US pressure, New Delhi has secured additional preferences from Moscow: according to industry data, Russian suppliers agreed to increase the discount on Urals oil by approximately $5 per barrel relative to the indicative Brent price to ...

... assets. Below, we examine the main factors: 1. Trust and Reserve Backing. A key factor in the price stability of USD Coin is the trust that each coin is backed by reserves. Circle publicly reports on USDC’s reserves, holding a significant portion in secure assets (such as US Treasury bonds). The transparency and reliability of these reserves mean that even during market turmoil, holders can expect to exchange 1 USDC for 1 US dollar. When trust is undermined—such as in March 2023 when part of USDC's ...

... of underground storage reduces the likelihood of sharp price spikes this winter, which is positively received by investors and industrial consumers. At the same time, market participants are closely monitoring the EU's steps towards enhancing energy security: Brussels has extended mandatory storage filling regulations for another two years (with the goal of at least 90% capacity by the beginning of each winter season). Additionally, discussions are underway at the EU level regarding new restrictions ...

... recent time. XRP's price has stabilized around $3+, a level not seen since late 2018. The rapid price increase in recent weeks resulted from major legal victories for Ripple: a US court ruling confirmed that secondary sales of XRP do not constitute securities, alleviating significant regulatory uncertainty surrounding the asset. Moreover, the prolonged court battle with the SEC was effectively concluded last week—the Commission waived further appeals, maintaining the agreed settlement of $125 ...

... significant steps toward changing existing IPO practices is to enhance the transparency of the process. The focus is on improving the quality of information disclosed by issuers during the public offering phase. This includes the necessity to adapt the securities prospectus to meet the needs of both professional and retail investors. The IPO process must undoubtedly become more understandable and accessible to a broader audience while also encouraging long-term investments. Building trust in the market ...