... a balance between positive signals and restraining factors. On one hand, market participants are encouraged by progress in trade negotiations between the U.S. and its partners. This week, Washington reached a trade agreement with Japan, and reports indicate a near deal with the European Union. Also, India expressed optimism about reaching agreements with the U.S. before August 1 — the date when new American tariffs could be imposed. This progress alleviates concerns about a slowdown in the global ...

... industries and offers strategies to help investors adapt to the new reality. Economic Trends in Russia: GDP Growth Slowdown and Inflationary Challenges — What Does This Mean for Investors? Recent data from Rosstat and the Ministry of Economic Development indicate that economic growth in Russia slowed down in the third quarter of 2024, while inflationary pressures remain high. With GDP growth reduced to 3.1% and inflation stabilizing at 8.54% in October, the investment climate appears challenging, offering ...

... learning the right lessons from past mistakes. Therefore, partnerships should only be formed with managers who consistently generate tangible income for investors over a significant period. Ideally, the deposit load would represent a specific number, indicating the stability of client income. Drawdown. An important parameter when assessing a broker's performance is the maximum drawdown they allow. This refers to the proportion the manager can lose if the market unexpectedly shifts direction and behaves ...

... companies have successfully gone public there. For instance, the Chinese battery manufacturer CATL raised about $5.2 billion, while pharmaceutical giant Hengrui and food conglomerate Haitian each raised about $1.3 billion. These high-profile debuts indicate that regional investors are once again ready to actively invest in public offerings. The listing queue in Hong Kong includes other heavyweights as well— for example, chip developer Montage Technology plans to raise up to $1 billion, signaling ...

On July 28, 2025, in energy sector news: the price of Brent oil remains stable at around $70 per barrel, indicating a soft demand and supply balance in the oil market. Furthermore, Europe is reporting record gas reserves, raising questions about the maneuverability of European energy policy. A significant development includes new restrictions on gasoline ...