... from Malaysia, Oman, or other countries. Financial Scale According to analytics firm Kpler, in 2024, the volume of Iranian oil shipments to China via the "shadow fleet" reached 350 million barrels over a 9-month period. With an average oil price of $80 per barrel and accounting for sanction-related discounts of 30-35%, the total value of the shipments is estimated to exceed $20 billion. These figures not only illustrate significant trading volumes but also the enormous economic advantage ...

... context, OFZ are more attractive than long-term deposits, especially when the Bank of Russia increases rates. Risks and Liquidity. OFZ are considered practically risk-free regarding defaults since they are issued by the government. The risk lies in price fluctuations during trading: if the key rate rises, bond market prices drop (and vice versa). However, if held to maturity, yield is guaranteed by coupons and the return of the nominal value. A combination of long duration and high rates can provide ...

... its economy, potentially increasing demand for European and American goods and services. Conversely, an increase in the rate could suggest tightening monetary policy, which might dampen global trade prospects. 17:00 GMT: USA – S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index for September This index reflects the dynamics of home prices in 20 major U.S. cities. An increase in the index indicates a recovering housing market, which can positively impact the U.S. economy and strengthen the dollar. For European investors,...

... is traded on all major exchanges, held by institutional investors, and some countries (for example, El Salvador) have even recognized it as legal tender. In 2025, Bitcoin demonstrates resilience and growth – following another cyclical uptrend, its price has approached the psychological mark of $100,000. Experts note that the return of institutional demand and the growing trust in Bitcoin as a digital analogue of gold has contributed to this price growth. The prospects for Bitcoin are viewed positively: ...

... establishing clear frameworks. This article will explore the expected regulatory innovations, the impact of major players such as PayPal and Visa, and analyze the state of the top 10 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP. Amid constant price fluctuations, investors are questioning how to optimize their cryptocurrency investments and what role new regulations will play in this process. Cryptocurrency Market Overview – August 7, 2025: Key Events, Institutional Investments, Regulations ...