... Results Rising Interest Rates: The U.S. Federal Reserve continued tightening its monetary policy in 2024, contributing to an increase in banks' interest income. Resurgence in Market Activity: The end of the year saw a revival in stock markets, positively impacting revenues from asset management and trading operations. Mergers and Acquisitions: Despite economic challenges, banks managed to benefit from M&A deals, particularly evident in Goldman Sachs' reporting. Retail Sector Resilience: Retail banking ...

... Initiatives: Megafon invests in projects aimed at reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing energy efficiency of its facilities. Educational Programs: Supporting educational initiatives and programs for enhancing the digital literacy of the population. Impact on the Russian Economy: Megafon’s investments contribute to the development of the country's telecommunications infrastructure, enhancing the availability of modern digital services and stimulating innovations in the industry. This, in turn, ...

... Whales in the Bitcoin (BTC) Market are entities—both individual and institutional—that hold significant amounts of Bitcoin in their wallets. Each major movement made by these whales—whether a sale or purchase of cryptocurrency—can have a profound impact on Bitcoin prices in the market. Whales primarily consist of large institutions, such as hedge funds, cryptocurrency funds, and digital asset mining operations. However, they also include anonymous private investors and individuals who have accumulated ...

... specified number of transactions with financial instruments within a set period. Income: annual income exceeding 6 million rubles. These criteria remain unchanged and may serve as an alternative for those who do not meet the new property requirements. Impact on the Market and Participants Reduction in the Number of Qualified Investors: Some participants who previously held qualified status may lose it. This will limit their access to instruments designated for qualified participants. Increased Level ...

... benefiting refineries. Special attention is drawn to gas reserves, which remain at a high level, but the threat of reduced electricity consumption raises concerns about the future. This article will explore current trends in the energy sector and their impact on prices and demand for key fuel types. Energy Sector News, Sunday, July 27, 2025: Brent Near $70, Record Gas Storage, Fuel Price Stabilization The latest review of the fuel and energy sector examines key events and trends as of July 27, 2025....