... global economy in 2025 stands at a crossroads: on one hand, risks of slowing growth and even local recessions in some nations remain from previous tightening of monetary policy; on the other, signs of gradual stabilization and recovery are emerging. Currency exchange rates and price trends paint a mixed picture: the US dollar has strengthened in previous years due to higher rates; however, by 2025, its growth has slowed. For the cryptocurrency market, periods of high dollar value often correlate with reduced risk ...

... of the Forex market focuses on studying the economic and political state of the countries whose currencies are traded. Unlike the stock market, where companies are evaluated, on Forex the object of analysis is national economies and their currencies. Currency prices (exchange rates) depend on fundamental factors: macroeconomic indicators and events. The main factors of fundamental analysis in the currency sphere are the macroeconomic indicators of states. A Forex trader monitors changes in central bank rates, inflation, GDP ...

... expenses on loans and bonds: in H1 2025, Gazprom paid interest amounting to about 261 billion rubles, which is ~17% higher than a year earlier (the rise in borrowing costs and increased debt load is partly attributed to the hike in the key interest rate and the currency debt revaluation). Additionally, exchange differences formed a significant portion of other expenses. The company likely maintains an excess of currency liabilities over assets in foreign currency; thus, the ruble's depreciation leads to losses from currency debt revaluations. For instance,...

... instill cautious optimism: the global economy displays moderate growth alongside decreasing inflationary pressure. If positive trends persist, analysts' forecasts for future developments may improve in terms of GDP growth rates and price dynamics. Ruble Exchange Rate and Currency Market Dynamics Monday marks the conclusion of the July tax period in Russia, during which exporters typically sell foreign currency revenue to pay taxes, supporting the ruble's exchange rate. It is expected that after this period ends, the currency ...

... geopolitical crises, the state's foreign exchange reserves can decrease, and the demand for the ruble falls. Low prices for export goods: Russia, as an exporter of oil and gas, is faced with the fact that when prices for these resources fall, the inflow of currency into the country decreases. As a result, the ruble exchange rate falls. Central Bank Policy: Sometimes the Central Bank may deliberately devalue the ruble to make domestic goods more competitive on the international market. How does devaluation affect the Russian economy? Rising import prices: When the ruble loses ...