... gaining attention. For instance, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) reached $2.5 billion in venture investments in 2024, becoming a leading hub in the Middle East. South Korea ($2.0 billion) and Singapore (~$1.9 billion) also demonstrate high investment activity, backed by government strategies for technology business development. Overall, the geography of venture capital correlates with the number of unicorns: the U.S. and China dominate, Europe (especially the U.K., France, Germany, and Scandinavian countries) is increasing its share of global VC to ~19–20%,...

... data reflects the level of industrial activity at the end of Q2: strong figures (especially on core orders) would support industrial sector stocks and confidence in the resilience of the US economy, while declining orders would signal a slowdown in business activity. Corporate Earnings on July 25 This Friday's corporate calendar features significantly fewer high-profile publications than in previous days of the week. Nevertheless, reports from several companies in the USA, Europe, Asia, and Russia will attract ...

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... deals and a contraction in activity: most market participants note the absence of new large-scale projects. This statistics reflect the challenging economic situation in the country and the heightened risks for investors. Reasons for Declining Deal Activity Experts associate the decline in M&A with a set of fundamental factors. Firstly, the tightening of regulatory barriers has significantly complicated the exit of non-residents from Russian business: the regulations introduced at the end of 2024 entail hefty fines and additional payments to the budget, totaling up to 95% of the asset value, effectively blocking most transactions involving foreign capital. Secondly, high financing costs diminish ...

In recent years, the market for ready-made businesses has been actively developing. Today, aspiring entrepreneurs no longer need to experience failures or start a venture from scratch. It is possible to acquire an established company that already has its own staff, suppliers, and consumers. In recent years, the ...