... veering into recession territory. A pickup in new orders and a stabilisation in employment fuelled hopes that consumer demand and corporate earnings in service industries will remain robust. However, the report also sounded a note of caution: a sharp increase in prices paid by service providers underscored that inflation pressures remain alive. This aspect of the report has kept the Federal Reserve (Fed) and its peers vigilant, tempering market euphoria with the reminder that monetary policy may need to stay ...

How digital platforms are transforming the raw materials industries, increasing competition and transparency, while reducing prices and stress levels. An article by Sergey Tereshkin for "RBC Companies. The real sector is the last bastion of non-digital trade in the country. Manufacturers and traders have historically struggled to transition to selling products and raw ...

... increase in U.S. tariffs and retaliatory measures from other countries essentially ignites trade wars, which Buffett describes as a direct “act of war” in economic terms. Tariffs act as a hidden tax on businesses and consumers, ultimately leading to price increases — thus fueling inflation. Within Berkshire Hathaway, several subsidiaries are already preparing for the repercussions of trade conflicts (for instance, manufacturers reliant on imported components are calculating the need to raise prices)....

... offerings, is becoming a key factor in increasing profitability. Sales of additional goods and services can contribute 10-25% of revenue and more than 50% of a station's profits. Amid growing fiscal pressure and the government’s efforts to limit fuel price increases, gas station owners are actively developing additional services, transforming fuel stations into roadside service hubs. Financial Performance of Gas Stations in Russia The financial indicators of gas stations in Russia vary significantly ...

... new record high near $123K in July. The month was relatively calm for Bitcoin: after a rally towards $120K in mid-month, the price entered a narrow range with reduced volatility. Nevertheless, analysts warn that this calm may be temporary. If BTC confidently ... ... could be the $140K range. According to investment bank Bernstein, by the end of 2025, Bitcoin could even reach $200K due to increasing support from major investors. So far, bulls have not succeeded in consolidating above $120K — blockchain data shows ...