To achieve the targeted capitalization of the Russian stock market at 66% of GDP by 2030, it will be necessary to attract over 1.28 trillion rubles annually through IPOs. We analyze which sectors will become the drivers, which companies may go public, and what reforms are needed to boost the market....

... volatility, dividends may become a primary source of yield for investors. Companies that provide stable dividends, such as Sberbank, Gazprom, and Norilsk Nickel, could be appealing for investments. Focus on High-Yield Bonds: Given the current key rate, the Russian Ministry of Finance issues federal loan bonds (OFZ) with attractive yields, which can be a good option for conservative investors. Such bonds may serve as a protective instrument against inflation. Diversification and Defensive Assets: Investors ...

... slowing factor from China, the risks of global recession, and potential new trade disputes (e.g., between the US and China) may temper current optimism in the second half of the year. Russia: Stable Ruble and Expectations of Further Rate Cuts For the Russian financial market, the week passed relatively calmly, without shocking upheavals. The ruble, after a short-term weakening following the July decision of the Bank of Russia, is holding steady around 80 ₽ to $1. The key rate cut by 200 bps (to ...

... indicators in Europe and the USA. A series of important macroeconomic data will be released throughout the day – ranging from consumer sentiment in the UK to business climate in Germany to durable goods orders in the US. The central event for the Russian market will be the decision of the Central Bank of Russia regarding the key rate, with market participants expecting further easing of policy in the context of declining inflation. Additionally, a number of notable corporate reports will be published ...

... and market participants are pricing in the possibility of further depreciation. Emerging market currencies had a less fortunate week. Amid dollar strengthening and declining interest rates within certain countries, some EM currencies depreciated. The Russian ruble faced moderate pressure following the Central Bank of Russia's decision to cut rates. The official dollar exchange rate set by the Bank of Russia for the weekend rose to approximately 79.5 ₽ (up from ~78.9 ₽ the previous week). The decline ...