... (Tinkoff) T Bank is one of the most famous online banks in Russia. It provides a full range of financial services - from lending and current accounts to investments and insurance. Tinkoff Bank operates exclusively through a mobile application and online banking, focusing on user convenience and fast service. Prospects for Fintech in Russia The Russian fintech sector continues to develop rapidly, attracting investment and government support. Developments in fintech improve the availability of financial services for the population, help small businesses, and make financial transactions convenient ...

... cheaper than bank transfers. Payments and transfers can be made almost for free. Security and protection against theft: The digital ruble will be secured by government systems, significantly reducing the risk of theft or loss of funds compared to cash or bank transfers. How will the digital ruble impact the Russian economy? Control over cash flows: With the ability to track transactions, the government will be able to monitor cash flows more accurately, increasing the transparency of the economy. Resilience to sanctions: In the face of sanction pressures,...

... pay attention to the underwriting terms offered by underwriters. Some underwriters are willing to take on more share buyback obligations, which can increase the company's confidence in the success of the placement. Types of Underwriters 1. Investment banks and brokers in Russia Large Russian brokers such as FINAM, BCS and Alfa-Bank often act as underwriters in local markets. These companies have significant experience with IPOs on the Russian stock exchange and provide a wide range of services, including marketing support, company ...

... shape Fed rate expectations, impacting the dollar. Eurozone industrial production reflects economic activity; low results may put pressure on the euro, while stronger data may support equity markets. In Russia, an uptick in GDP growth could bolster Russian indices and the ruble, while high inflation may raise investor concerns and prompt the Central Bank to consider tightening policies. U.S. crude oil inventory data from the EIA will influence oil prices, affecting energy stocks and currencies like the ruble. Thursday, November 14 Australia — Unemployment Rate (October) China — Industrial Production ...

... data of oil and gas companies for Q2 may also gain interest if published on corporate websites or through disclosures. Overall, the earnings season in Russia is just getting started. Most public companies in Russia will present their reports in August (banks, oil and gas, retail, etc.). Therefore, today Russian investors are focusing more on the external backdrop – economic events abroad and oil price dynamics – than on internal reports. Nevertheless, emerging fragments of information (like Norilsk Nickel's report or production data from the Ministry ...