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Economic Events Calendar for the Week of December 16–20, 2024

... Previous — 49.70. Investor Recommendation: Key economic indicators will be released from China, Germany, the Eurozone, and the United States. Pay particular attention to China’s retail sales and industrial production data, as well as PMI figures from Europe and the US. These indicators may significantly impact financial markets, so it is advisable to monitor their publication closely and adjust investment strategies as needed. Tuesday, December 17 00:00 United Kingdom: Unemployment Rate for October: ...

Investing in Foreign Real Estate

... understanding of all taxation nuances is essential. Those intending to make a mortgage purchase should visit a bank to clarify the necessary documents for obtaining a loan, as well as inquire about the possibility of obtaining citizenship. Risk analysis. In Europe, real estate is subject to taxes, and utility costs are generally higher than in Russia. Therefore, it is crucial to evaluate financial capabilities before making a purchase. Assess whether there will be sufficient funds for property maintenance,...

Why Exchange Prices for Gasoline Reach Records While Pump Prices Stay Calm

... leads to a decline in oil refining margins. In this situation, oil companies have no choice but to compensate for losses through higher exchange prices. It is worth noting, however, that the damping mechanism depends on petroleum product quotations in Europe, as well as the exchange rate of the ruble. This does not involve cutting subsidies but changing macroeconomic conditions. Oil and petroleum products have fallen in price worldwide, and the ruble has strengthened against the dollar. According to ...

Regulatory Costs: Can the Rise in Gasoline Prices Be Stopped? (FORBES)

... year, some major gasoline producers are experiencing forced downtime, reducing fuel output and causing financial losses. These interruptions result from drone attacks damaging refinery infrastructure and sanctions restricting equipment supplies from Europe and North America. For example, in Q1 2024, the Nizhny Novgorod Refinery reduced gasoline production by 36%, and Kirishinefteorgsintez in the Leningrad region cut output by 7.7%, according to CDU TEK data. At the same time, oil companies are ...

Where to Invest One Million Rubles: Long-Term Investments

... gains are taxed at 13%. The liquidity of large-cap stocks is typically high. Foreign Assets and Funds. To diversify, a portion of funds can be invested in foreign markets through ruble-denominated ETFs and mutual funds tracking global indices (the USA, Europe, Asia) or commodity assets. This broadens investment horizons but adds currency and geopolitical risks. Historically, global stock indices have shown average annual returns exceeding 7–10%. Investing in foreign stocks and funds can help reduce ...