... to comment on UK economic conditions post-Brexit. Schmid (U.S.): Likely to address U.S. economic prospects. Focus Points: EU and Canada’s CPI reports and G20 discussions on Ukraine may affect the euro and Canadian dollar. Statements on the Ukraine situation could impact European indices. Wednesday, November 20 Markets Closed in Brazil China LPR Rate — 04:15 MSK: China’s prime lending rate will indicate Beijing’s economic priorities. Key Economic Data: UK CPI (October) — 10:00 MSK: Influences rate decisions and the pound. Germany PPI (October) — 10:00 ...

... previous year). In Europe, the landscape is undergoing a reshuffle: Germany has surpassed the United Kingdom for the first time in a decade in terms of venture investment volume, reflecting the strengthening of continental startup ecosystems. In Asia, the situation is uneven: startup funding in China remains weak (with a regional decline of ~33% year-on-year), while India, Israel, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf countries are witnessing growth and attracting increasing capital. Even local markets (such as CIS countries) are trying to catch their wave of growth despite external constraints. Overall, a new global venture boom is emerging, although investors are still approaching deals selectively and cautiously. Below are key events and ...

... decline in exports to China could impact the revenues of Russian oil companies. Political climate: Increased international scrutiny and new sanctions could affect supply stability and profitability. Insights from Sergey Tereshkin, Founder of Open Oil Market “The current situation highlights the importance for Russia of a strategy for diversifying export markets and optimizing logistics. We must leverage this time to strengthen our positions in friendly nations and actively promote Russian energy products in alternative ...

... companies have gone public, collectively raising multibillion-dollar sums. For example, Chinese battery giant CATL raised approximately $5.2 billion in its IPO, illustrating that investors in the region are ready to actively engage in IPOs again. The situation is also improving in the U.S. and Europe: American fintech "unicorn" Chime recently debuted on the stock market (with shares surging 30% on the first trading day), and design platform Figma attracted about $1.5 billion at an estimated valuation of $15–20 billion, starting trading with solid growth. Following in their wake, other well-known startups—including ...

... its startup financing, and Germany has surpassed the United Kingdom in investment volumes for the first time in a decade. The situation in Asia is heterogeneous: while China experiences a decline, India, Israel, Southeast Asia, and Gulf countries are showing ... ... though investors continue to approach deals selectively and cautiously. Below are the key events and trends shaping the venture market agenda as of August 16, 2025: Return of Mega Funds and Major Investors. Leading players are forming record venture funds ...