... high-yield investments, participating in pre-IPO investments may be worth considering. This stage allows investors to acquire shares of companies before they go public, potentially yielding high returns, especially if the company grows and expands its market. An example of such a project in Russia is Open Oil Market —a platform that has already received positive evaluations from Skolkovo experts and has been awarded a grant under a program supporting university startups. Participants in pre-IPO ...

In 2024, the Russian venture capital market faced a serious downturn: the total investment volume fell by 23%, amounting to only $91.7 million. What factors led to the reduction, how it affected startups and what awaits the market in the future - read in our article. Venture Investments ...

German auto brands may return to the Russian market as early as 2025. According to the head of Schneider Group, Ulf Schneider, German automakers such as BMW and Mercedes are suffering from sanctions against Russia, losing their share in the international market. Schneider believes that the return ...

What awaits the global economy and financial markets in 2025? In their latest Macro Outlook 2025 report, experts highlight key trends, including slowing economic growth, inflation challenges, and prospects for various sectors. Find out which regions will demonstrate resilience, where the main risks ...

After winning the election, Donald Trump increased his net worth by $1.4 billion thanks to a sharp rise in the shares of his company Trump Media. This incident shows how political events can influence the market and create new opportunities for investors. In this article, I share my opinion on these events and opportunities for those planning short-term and long-term investments, and also discuss how such changes in the market can affect each investor’s ...