... trillion. At these levels, the holding company's shares no longer appear cheap, even to Buffett. The pause in buybacks signals that management considers the current rise in stock prices to be temporarily excessive. This approach stands in stark contrast to many ... ... short term. According to Buffett, the company is diligently seeking suitable targets, although it “cannot find attractive businesses at reasonable prices” under current conditions. He even disclosed that he was recently close to concluding a significant ...

... attractive electric transport becomes. Moreover, some oil and gas companies are investing in RES projects, aiming to diversify their businesses in the future. Research is also underway on alternative fuel types for transportation—biofuels, hydrogen—but their ... ... within the bounds of overall inflation by year's end (which has typically been achieved in previous years, albeit through manual management), it will reduce social tension and allow time for systemic solutions to be implemented. For oil and fuel companies,...

... that the threat from DeepSeek may result in: A decline in the stock prices of American tech companies, especially those whose business models depend on the production and sale of high-tech chips. Increased competition in the AI sector, potentially leading ... ... rates for American firms. A reevaluation of investment strategies in the technology and AI sectors by investors. If DeepSeek manages to create competitive technologies while circumventing restrictions on access to modern chips, it will pose a serious ...

...,000 trucks, which reduces logistics costs and increases delivery efficiency. Automation Technologies: Utilization of inventory management systems and data analysis to minimize logistics expenses. 3. Own Brands (Private Labels) Assortment: Food products,... ... Support for Domestic Producers Collaboration: Over 90% of products available at Magnit stores are manufactured in Russia. Local Business Development: Magnit provides a platform for small and medium producers, helping them enter the larger market. Company's ...

... growth in 2025 has been adjusted to 9–12% (previously 8–13%). Although companies are borrowing more actively than households, business credit activity has also decreased compared to last year. Mortgage lending, which has been a driver of the credit market ... ... Monetary Policy Outlook The July reduction of the rate to 18%, according to most observers, is far from the last one this year. The management of the Bank of Russia has indicated that further decisions will depend on the trajectory of inflation, but given the ...