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Silver bonds: what are they and how does the new investment instrument work in Russia?

... attention in the conditions of economic instability and how it can become part of your investment portfolio. Silver bonds: what are they and how does the new investment instrument work in Russia? Silver bonds are a new financial instrument on the Russian market, introduced in 2024 by Seligdar. This type of bond is unique, because they are not denominated in rubles or another currency, but in grams of silver, which opens up new opportunities for investors. Let's look at what silver bonds are, what their ...

Foreign Stocks Restricted for Unqualified Investors from 2025: What It Means?

... investors from the risks associated with foreign assets, but will also limit opportunities for diversification and protecting savings from inflation. In this article, we analyze how the new rules will affect retail investors, their access to foreign markets, and the future of the Russian stock market. Foreign Securities to Be Available Only for Qualified Investors: What This Means for Retail Investors and the Stock Market? Starting January 1, 2025, the Central Bank of Russia will implement new ...

Growth of Average Mortgage Loans for Rural Real Estate in Russia: Causes and Prospects

... approved mortgage loans for suburban housing in Russia reached 5.679 million rubles, which is 52% more than the 2023 level. The main factors were preferential programs, rising land prices and construction. How government support affects the mortgage market, and what prospects await Russians in the coming years - read in our new analytical material. Growth of Average Mortgage Loans for Country Real Estate in Russia: Reasons, Trends, and Prospects Growth of Average Mortgage Loans: Key Data Since ...

Gas Supply Risks for Europe This Winter

With winter approaching, Europe faces potential gas supply disruptions due to reduced Russian imports and global energy market instability. This article explores the main causes of these risks, including limited LNG availability and geopolitical challenges. We also look at the EU's response—expanding LNG imports, building strategic reserves, and improving energy efficiency—to ...

X1.2 Solar Flare: Risks from Health to Financial Markets

The X1.2 solar flare has become the most powerful in a month and a half, potentially impacting not only the health of those affected by meteorological changes but also the operation of satellites, power grids, and stock markets. This article examines the risks that heightened solar activity poses for investors and the global economy. Solar Flare X1.2: What the Powerful Eruption Means – From Health Impacts to the Stock Market On May 13, 2025, a rare and extremely ...