How is Lenta changing the retail market in Russia? One of the largest retailers in the country is actively investing in expanding its store network, developing logistics and introducing digital technologies. How does this affect the Russian economy, what prospects ...

... This article will delve into the key events affecting startup investments and discuss how tech IPOs are transforming the market. Leading companies are highlighting the potential of artificial intelligence, and we will explore the trends driving these changes and their implications for the future of startups worldwide. Startup and Venture Investment News — Friday, August 1, 2025: AI Boom, IPOs, and Global Deals The global startup ecosystem continues to confidently revive and grow by the end of ...

... highest-valued young companies in the defense sector. The wave of consolidation through mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances shows that both startups and corporations are seeking ways to scale and strengthen competitive positions in a rapidly changing market. Global Expansion of Venture Capital: New Markets and Regions The venture boom of 2025 is taking on a truly global scale, reaching markets that were recently on the periphery of the technology scene. Middle Eastern countries are demonstrating ...

... directed not only into AI but also into fintech, climate projects, biotechnology, defense developments, and even crypto startups, expanding market horizons. Consolidation and M&A deals. A wave of major mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments is changing the industry landscape, opening new opportunities for exits and scaling companies. Global expansion of venture capital. The investment boom is covering new markets — from Gulf countries and South Asia to Africa and Latin America — forming ...

... growth is expected after the decline in Q1; actual figures will be compared to market expectations. 17:00 (USA): Pending home sales (June) – an indicator of real estate activity. 21:00 (USA): FOMC interest rate decision. The climax of the day: while no changes to the rate are anticipated, Jerome Powell's comments (a press conference immediately after the announcement) will be closely analyzed for hints about future policy. Investors await signals on how the fight against inflation correlates with economic ...