... for premium goods remains robust even in the face of economic challenges. Overall, the combination of corporate reports reflects a contradictory picture in the global economy. The financial sector and conglomerate companies demonstrate benefits from high interest rates and diversification, while tech leaders continue to profit from digitization and new trends (cloud, AI), whereas industrial giants are struggling against cyclical demand declines. The consumer segment shows mixed results: mass demand is slightly ...

... the key rate remains stable). There are also riskier issues with coupons ranging from 30–36% for seasoned investors. Risks. The primary risk of corporate bonds is default or deterioration in the issuer's financial standing. Many companies must pay high interest rates on loans due to the rise of the Bank of Russia's base rate. Evaluating the issuer's credit rating, debt load, and business reserves is crucial when selecting bonds. During declines in bond prices (due to rising rates or news about the company), ...

... to repay the debt early, or litigation with the lender. Interest costs and increased project costs. You have to pay interest and sometimes fees for using money. As a result, a project financed with a loan is more expensive than a self-financed one. High interest rates can “eat up” a significant portion of profits, especially if the business’s profitability is low. You need to carefully calculate the economics: will the project’s results justify themselves after you pay all the interest to the bank. Collateral ...

... England and FOMC Rate Decisions: Interest rate decisions from the Bank of England and Federal Reserve will be major market drivers. Rate hikes strengthen respective currencies, while cautionary stances could impact equities and sectors sensitive to interest rates. China’s Fixed Asset Investment: Investment levels in China influence commodities and industrial stocks globally. A high reading supports demand for raw materials, while lower investment may indicate economic challenges. U.S. Jobless Claims and Gas Storage: Jobless claims data provides a view on U.S. employment, while natural gas storage impacts energy prices. Both ...

... households. This leads to several consequences: Decreased consumer demand: Higher rates make loans, including mortgages and consumer loans, less affordable. As a result, people spend less, and demand for goods and services decreases. Increased savings: When interest rates are high, deposits and savings become more attractive because they bring in more income. This encourages people to save more and spend less, which reduces pressure on prices. Reduced investment: For businesses, more expensive loans mean higher investment ...