... Russia is a major energy exporter, lower oil prices or lower demand could weaken the ruble. Inflation in Russia: Domestic inflation at around 8.54% complicates the economic environment, making the ruble vulnerable. Geopolitical environment and sanctions: New sanctions or strengthening of existing ones could limit access to currency and increase pressure on the ruble. Interest rates: High interest rates support the ruble, but their reduction, if the Central Bank of Russia decides to ease monetary policy, could ...

... to share the knowledge he has acquired with others. More about the businessman can be found on his website: org-company.ru . Market Situation The trade war between China and the U.S. is intensifying each day. Recently, the American president imposed new sanctions against manufacturers from China and limited the import of its products. As a result, several companies are already forced to reduce production. For instance, the well-known brand Huawei has announced a reduction in the production of new smartphone ...

... crisis in the region. Russian gas supplies to Europe—via pipelines and as LNG—are under increasing threat. On December 20, pipeline gas deliveries to the EU might stop due to U.S. sanctions against Gazprombank. Meanwhile, the EU is preparing a new sanctions package to ban LNG imports from Russia. What consequences might Gazprom, Russia, and the EU face if supplies are entirely halted? Last week, the U.S. imposed blocking sanctions on Gazprombank. European buyers of Gazprom's gas are required ...

... in the near future. Geopolitical Risk and Sanctions: U.S. President Donald Trump intensified rhetoric towards Moscow, shortening the deadline for resolving the conflict in Ukraine to 10-12 days. This effectively sounded like a ultimatum threatening new sanctions against Russia and buyers of its raw materials. This increased uncertainty regarding global supplies and added a risk premium to oil prices. OPEC+ Actions: Oil-producing countries within the alliance continue to gradually increase supply. In ...

... challenges: The need for additional screening due to sanctions risks. Possible political restrictions related to the current U.S.-Russia relations. Tightening regulations regarding international financial flows. Nonetheless, for major players not under sanctions, the new opportunity appears appealing. How Will the Introduction of the "Golden" Residency Affect the Market? 1. The Real Estate Market Traditionally, affluent investors prefer to invest in high-end real estate. The introduction of the "golden" ...