... security could directly impact Russia’s interests as a major oil and gas exporter. Positive outcomes from the G20 for global trade may strengthen the ruble and improve demand for Russian stocks. However, negative developments could lead to volatility ... ... (+15.25, +0.26%) Commodities: Brent Oil: $71.39 per barrel (+$0.35, +0.49%) Natural Gas: $2.929 per MMBtu (+$0.106, +3.75%) Gold: $2,596.00 per ounce (+$25.90, +1.01%) Silver: $30.745 per ounce (+$0.313, +1.03%) Copper: $4.0865 per pound (+$0.0183, +0....

... thresholds if the news environment worsens. Causes of the Market Decline Geopolitical Tensions Increasing international conflicts and trade barriers are heightening uncertainty in the markets. Inflationary Pressures Publication of CPI and PPI data in the U.S. ... ... market. Many fund managers are reassessing their hedging and diversification strategies. Defensive assets are gaining popularity: gold, high-rated bonds, and cash. Historical Context: Comparison with 1987 The last time a similar crash occurred was in October ...

... (around 50% of total capitalization) and holds its reached heights. Bitcoin continues to be viewed by investors as "digital gold" and a hedge against inflation, maintaining steady demand. Ethereum (ETH) – about $3,750. The largest altcoin (~18% ... ... to the US dollar 1:1 and provides high liquidity in the crypto market, remaining the primary tool for capital storage between trades. Tether's issuer is expanding its presence in regulated markets, highlighting the growing demand for reliable "digital ...

... In turn, Binance Coin (BNB), the internal cryptocurrency of the largest crypto exchange Binance and its blockchain ecosystem, trades at over year-long highs (near $800). Despite past challenges related to regulatory pressure on Binance, the BNB token has ... ... market capitalization** as of today: Bitcoin (BTC) — the first and largest cryptocurrency, often referred to as "digital gold." BTC remains the main benchmark for the entire crypto market and recently set a new price record, reinforcing its status ...

... and exerts upward pressure on the price. Observers draw parallels with the emergence of gold ETFs in the 2000s, which pushed gold prices upward, making the metal more accessible to investors through exchange-traded instruments. Similarly, improved access ... ... addition to rising prices, an improvement in Bitcoin's market liquidity is expected. ETFs provide investors with the ability to trade Bitcoin on regulated exchanges, leading to increased volumes and more efficient price discovery while reducing dependence ...