... Central Bank of Russia. The recent reduction of the key rate by the Central Bank to 18% per annum has slightly eased financing conditions; however, the level remains elevated. High rates make ruble assets more attractive for investors and help to curb capital outflows while simultaneously cooling credit activity and imports. The balance of these opposing factors suggests that sharp fluctuations in the currency market are unlikely: the ruble is expected to move within a specified range, primarily reacting ...

... debt: Many countries continue to borrow to support their economies, creating risks for financial system stability. Trade balance deficits: Major import-oriented economies, such as the United States, remain vulnerable to fluctuations in currency markets. Capital Markets Stock Markets High volatility is expected in 2025, linked to uncertainties in monetary policy. Sectors showing resilience include: Technology, particularly in artificial intelligence and automation. Green energy and sustainable development....

... The reason for increasing production is the desire to regain lost market share while taking advantage of a relatively favorable market environment, as geopolitical factors support prices, according to Dmitry Skryabin, portfolio manager at the Alpha Capital Management Company. It has long been promised that the production cuts were a temporary measure that could be reversed later, stated Stanislav Mitrahovich, an expert from the Financial University and the National Energy Security Fund. "If ...

.... Thus, the value and yield of the bond may change depending on the dynamics of the precious metals market. Advantages of silver bonds Inflation protection. Since the value of the bond is tied to the price of silver, such an instrument helps protect capital from inflationary processes. Historically, precious metals retain purchasing power, which makes silver bonds attractive in an unstable economy. Portfolio diversification. Silver bonds allow investors to add assets to their portfolio that are not ...

In 2024, the Russian venture capital market faced a serious downturn: the total investment volume fell by 23%, amounting to only $91.7 million. What factors led to the reduction, how it affected startups and what awaits the market in the future - read in our article. Venture Investments ...