On July 30, 2025, significant changes in the energy sector may impact both Russian and global energy markets. The ongoing ... ... and demand: OPEC+ countries are adhering to a gradual increase in production, while Russia has implemented restrictions on gasoline exports to curb domestic prices. Below... ... thereby strengthening Europe's energy independence from Russia. Unified Tariff and Investments: All EU countries agreed to open their markets to American goods by establishing...

... the key interest rate and the exit of non-residents from the market. This article will explore the main factors affecting the current state of the M&A market and provide a forecast for 2025. We will examine how changes in company strategies and the investment climate may influence future deals and asset profitability. Familiarize yourself with our financial analysis for the latest insights into the M&A market in Russia. M&A Market Activity in Russia Falls to Three-Year Low M&A Market Overview The Russian merger and acquisition (M&A) market is undergoing prolonged stagnation. In 2024, approximately 383 transactions were completed — marking the lowest figure ...

... precious metals, as a cooling of economies will reduce the global demand for high-risk investments. Gold is regarded as a low-risk investment. Interest from regulators. Central banks of various countries are the most active purchasers of gold. This practice ... ... at least 10% of all purchases of precious metals. At the beginning of this year, regulators' holdings surpassed 33,000 tons. In Russia, gold purchases increased by 22% in 2018 compared to the previous year, and the volume has doubled over the past five years,...

... Macroeconomic Background: Favorable Market Conditions The first half of 2025 was marked by a rapid increase in global commodity markets, moderate strengthening of the ruble, and a revival of domestic consumer demand. Against this backdrop, the total wealth of Russia's wealthiest businessmen, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index , increased by nearly $20 billion. For investors, analysts, and the wider audience in the CIS, this signals the sustained investment attractiveness of Russian assets even amidst sanctions and geopolitical volatility. 2. Growth Leader: Pavel Durov and the Telegram Ecosystem The absolute leader was Pavel Durov, co-founder of the messaging platform Telegram . His wealth grew ...

... renewable resource, could become a viable option. However, transitioning to biofuels involves high costs and requires substantial investment. Producing biofuels from crops like camelina, for instance, costs 2.5–3 times more than kerosene. Furthermore, only certified SAF can be used for refueling, and certification is currently controlled by companies in Europe and the U.S., which are unwilling to collaborate with Russia. Aircraft also need to be certified for SAF use, and currently, only Airbus and Boeing models meet these standards. ...