... activity, and investment strategies. In this article, I examine the reasons for the slowdown, analyze its implications for business, and share my opinion on how to adapt to new economic conditions and seize opportunities for sustainable growth. Russia's GDP growth slowdown in Q4 2024: CBR forecast, reasons and prospects The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) recently updated its forecast for the fourth quarter of 2024, stating that GDP growth will slow to 2-3%. This revision is due to a number of economic ...

... increasing interest in the stocks of these firms is generating waves of expectation in the stock market. In this article, we will closely examine how the reports from Meta and Microsoft may influence the broader economic context, including the dynamics of U.S. GDP and decisions from the Federal Reserve. Join us for analysis and forecasts for the near future. Key Economic Events and Company Reports: An Investor Overview for July 30, 2025 Wednesday, July 30, 2025, promises to be a busy day for the investment ...

... payments on online platforms, integrating with online stores, and processing large payment flows. Rocketbank Rocketbank was originally conceived as a digital bank without physical branches and focused on convenience and ease of use. Despite the project's closure in 2020, it contributed to the development of fintech in Russia by popularizing the concept of a bank without branches. Rocketbank became known for its user-friendly app and fast service. Alfa-Bank (Alfa-Laboratory) Alfa-Bank, one of the largest ...

... volume without hiring additional staff, saving on costs. In other words, without increasing expenses, we can expand into new regions and broaden our geography. — What is the economic effect of using digital technologies for traders and the country’s economy as a whole? — Let's look at the economic impact using our marketplace, "ORG-Market", as an example. We launched it at the beginning of last year. In the past year, our revenue through the marketplace was just over 2 billion rubles....

... circumstances, it is vital to evaluate political risk levels and choose assets that are less susceptible to instability. Asset Classes for Investing in an Unstable Market Different asset classes may react differently to changes in the economy. Let’s examine the primary ones: Stocks Stocks are traditionally regarded as high-risk assets, but during times of instability, they can yield both significant profits and losses. Investors might focus on defensive sector stocks, such as consumer staples, ...