... July has weakened support for the national currency, and last week the exchange rate fell to around ~80 rub/$ amid balancing between high export revenues and geopolitical risks. On Tuesday, market participants anticipate decisions from the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Russia regarding currency operations volumes under the budget rule for August. If the regulator resumes significant foreign currency purchases to replenish reserves, the ruble may come under pressure. Conversely, modest ...

... factors for the ruble are the seasonal increase in demand for foreign currency in summer and persistent geopolitical risks that heighten interest in savings in stable currencies. At the same time, the ruble is supported by high oil prices, Ministry of Finance currency sales under the budget rule, as well as the elevated key interest rate set by the Bank of Russia (18% annually), which makes ruble-denominated assets attractive. The balance of these factors indicates that sharp fluctuations in the currency ...

... consumer goods manufacturers Colgate-Palmolive, Kimberly-Clark, and Newell Brands are anticipated. Investors will evaluate how inflation has impacted spending and demand, as well as these companies' ability to maintain margins through price increases. Finance and Investments: Major financial firms will release their results, including investment manager T. Rowe Price, management company Franklin Resources, alternative investment holding Ares Management, and exchange operator Cboe Global Markets. Their ...

... reflecting sustained investor optimism. Bitcoin is consolidating in a narrow range after reaching a new high, while interest in leading altcoins is rising alongside the inflow of institutional capital into the sector. The ecosystem of decentralized finance (DeFi) and cryptocurrency-related products continues to expand, and analysts report increased confidence in the market from major players. Market Overview: Bitcoin and the Top 10 Most Popular Cryptocurrencies In this context, here are the ten ...

... formation of regional budgets through the payment of taxes and fees. Tax deductions: Annual tax revenues from the company's activities amount to billions of rubles. These funds are used to implement social and infrastructure projects in the regions. Financing social programs: Part of the tax revenues is used to improve the quality of life in the regions: construction of schools, hospitals, roads and other public facilities. Creation of new taxpayers: By employing new employees, the company increases ...