... blockchain solutions to expedite international payments. Meanwhile, major asset management firms (such as BlackRock, Fidelity, etc.) continue to promote the launch of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds, bridging the gap between the crypto market and the stock market. As a result, the boundaries between classic finance and cryptocurrencies are gradually blurring: digital assets are no longer a niche experiment and are becoming part of the global financial ecosystem. Crypto Industry: IPOs, Investments, and Corporate ...

... actions of well-known investors and corporations. Major economic players are betting on digital assets, thereby strengthening the market trend: Trump Media & Technology Group (the media holding of former U.S. President Donald Trump) disclosed the acquisition ... ... billion at the current rate). In 2025, the firm attracted significant resources and aggressively increased its cryptocurrency stock, solidifying its status as the largest corporate holder of BTC. This unprecedented case illustrates the growing acceptance ...

... Turkey) fell from 56% to 31% during the same period. Similar changes are noted in the market for oil products: the share of the Asia-Pacific region in Russian product exports increased from 16% to 36%, while Europe's share dropped from 59% to 20%. Gas Market: Record Stocks in Europe Mitigate Risks, Prices Show Stability The focus in the gas market remains on Europe. EU countries are rapidly replenishing natural gas in underground storage as they prepare for the winter season. By early August, European UGS facilities ...

... significantly influence European markets, particularly for companies with substantial operations or supply chains linked to these firms. Positive earnings results may boost investor confidence, leading to increased investments and potentially higher stock prices in related European sectors. Conversely, disappointing earnings can trigger market volatility, as investors reassess the financial health of interconnected industries. For instance, a strong performance in the U.S. technology sector could positively impact European tech companies that supply components or services to U.S. firms....

The Moscow Exchange Index reached a record high of 3,949.07 as of August 18. It is expected to grow further, potentially reaching 4,000 by the end of the year. The Russian securities market is set to reach record highs this year and continue its upward trajectory into the next, according to experts surveyed by Reuters, although the risk of a correction remains. Russian stocks rebounded after a decline in the first quarter of 2020, when the pandemic reached global proportions. Contributing factors included high oil prices and a reduction in risks associated with sanctions. The Moscow Exchange Index hit a record high ...