... in quarterly profits compared to the peak first half of 2024 but overall earned more than forecasted. Despite retreating from last year's record levels, the oil and gas sector continues to generate a solid cash flow. Many companies maintain generous returns for shareholders (dividends, share buybacks), signaling confidence in business stability. At the same time, the industry has outlined further development paths, adapting to new challenges. A significant portion of additional income is directed ...

... readiness to increase production to prevent shortages in autumn – these signals restrain further price increases. Additionally, supply is growing outside OPEC+: for example, U.S. Chevron has received approval to expand production in Venezuela, which could return over 200 thousand barrels per day of new crude to the global market. In sum, the impact of these factors keeps the oil market in relative equilibrium. Brent has stabilized within the range of ~$72–73 per barrel: the recent price surge is tempered ...

... willing to entrust algorithms with managing their cryptoassets. For professional cryptocurrency investors, it is one of the examples where the risks of innovation (uncertain demand for a completely novel product) combine with the potential for high returns if AI agents become integral to the future of DeFi. Hyperlane (HYPER) – Interchain Communication Protocol (Market Cap ~$33 million, FDV ~$189 million) Hyperlane is an inter-blockchain protocol focusing on cross-chain communications. In a multichain ...

... well-known brand with an extensive network of representation. Third-tier issuers are companies that typically carry a heavier debt load and have poor assets. In times of trouble, bonds from these companies can be challenging to sell, yet they offer higher returns. Bonds are also categorized based on the type of income they generate—interest-bearing and discount bonds. For interest-bearing bonds, a predetermined interest percentage of the nominal value is paid during the issuance period until maturity,...

... lack of options. Today, tools for assessing companies through an ESG lens have become more sophisticated, facilitating their application. Structured notes and similar products enable investors to set parameters for their assets, determining potential returns and loss protection. There are substantial growth prospects in this area, spurred by technological advancements.