In the upcoming week of December 16–20, 2024, investors will focus on key economic events, including retail sales and industrial production data from China, the unemployment rate in the UK, business activity indices in Germany and the Eurozone, as well as central bank decisions from the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the Bank of Russia. These events are expected to have a significant impact on financial markets, providing crucial signals for investment strategy adjustments. Economic Events Calendar for the Week of December 16–20, 2024 Monday, December 16 05:00 China: Retail Sales (YoY) for November: Previous — 4.80%, Forecast — 4.60%. Industrial Production (YoY) for November: Previous ...

... risks that could lead to potential financial instability. Amid intense competition in China, declining demand in Europe, and the threat of high U.S. tariffs, these automakers... ... raising questions among investors: how far could these problems go, and is it wise to invest in these companies now? Financial Difficulties and Declining Profits Recent financial... ... MARKET , the first independent marketplace for petroleum products and raw materials in Russia, shared his views: “Currently, we’re preparing for our own pre-IPO round...

... for the managers. Therefore, they are motivated by larger projects. However, this does not imply that they shy away from smaller sums. What matters most is that the project is genuinely interesting and promising. International Thematic Platforms The investment landscape in Russia is still in its infancy. Many individuals are simply not prepared to entrust their money to others, and the factors of inflation, crisis, and more do not deter them. Eradicating the Soviet mindset is a considerable challenge that may take decades....

... Key Factors to Watch A number of factors remain on the horizon that could influence the dynamics of the global energy sector in the near future: Monetary Policy: Future decisions by central banks (especially the U.S. Federal Reserve) regarding interest rates and the dynamics of the dollar’s exchange rate may impact borrowing costs, investments, and consequently, demand for energy resources. Sanctions and Trade Disputes: The evolution of sanction rhetoric towards Russia (including potential new restrictions from the U.S.) and the course of trade negotiations between the U.S. and China, India,...

... cover debts in dollars or euros. Current situation with devaluation in Russia In 2024, Russia faced a number of factors that contributed to the weakening of the ruble. These... ... that limited access to international markets, high inflation, and a budget deficit. In response, the Central Bank raised the key rate to stabilize the ruble and reduce... ... as the cost of production increases. How to protect your funds during devaluation? Invest in foreign currency: One way to protect your savings from losing purchasing power...