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Debt Collection as an Investment Strategy
... avoid such issues, a company must recover at least part of the funds. To facilitate this, debts are sold at auction. The selling price may be tens or even hundreds of times lower than the nominal value. For instance, by investing 1,000 rubles, one might ultimately ... ... the agreed timeframe.
Overdue. Repayment deadlines have passed, and prospects for recovery are uncertain.
Doubtful. Various factors may hinder repayment, such as the absence of contractual obligations.
Hopeless. The statute of limitations has expired,...
Features and Pitfalls of Investing in Gold
... is advisable to research the market and review offers from various financial institutions to identify the most favorable terms.
For holdings of gold less than three years, the owner will incur VAT, which may lead to losses rather than profits. This factor should be considered during the purchase.
Investment coins are exempt from VAT. Therefore, for short-term investments, acquiring these is preferable.
When purchasing coins, it is best to avoid the smallest denominations as their prices are typically inflated due to production costs. Very large coins should also be avoided as their value remains stable without significant growth, limiting potential profits.
Proper storage conditions are vital to maintaining the value of coins....
Future of Russian IPOs and SPOs: Prospects and Plans for 2025
... public benchmarks for dividends enhance transparency.
Potential Transaction Parameters
Although specific issuers for the
SPO
have not been named, the market traditionally anticipates transactions in the infrastructure, finance, and energy sectors. Key factors include:
Placement Size:
the share of the additional sale of the share package and its impact on capitalization.
Price Range:
discount to the market, formation of the order book, participation of anchor investors.
Use of Proceeds:
debt reduction, investment programs, buybacks of minority stakes.
IPO Dom.RF: Significance for the Market
The planned
IPO of Dom.RF
...
Japan: GDP Growth in Q2 Exceeded Expectations
... Policy
Interest Rate Policy:
Strong GDP data increases the likelihood of more decisive steps towards policy normalization.
Price Transmission:
Accelerating activity could support core inflation through wages and services.
JGB Yields:
The market may price in a gradual increase in yields, reflecting a reassessment of the interest rate trajectory.
For the Bank of Japan, the key will be balancing support for economic growth and controlling inflation expectations.
The Yen and the Currency Market
Surprise Factor:
GDP forecasts exceeding expectations traditionally strengthen the yen through a reassessment of rate expectations.
Yield Differential:
Convergence with global rates may narrow the yen's discount against major currencies.
Risks:
A stronger yen ...
Bonds for Investors: How to Earn with Minimal Risks
... return. It is also worth looking at the size of the coupon (fixed percentage in rubles) and the frequency of payments (every 91, 182 days, or annually), as well as the nominal value—the amount the investor will receive upon maturity.
Another important factor is the term to maturity: longer terms usually provide higher yields but increase the risk of price changes. The maturity date can be found in the characteristics of the issue. When selling a bond before its maturity, the accrued coupon is taken into account: the buyer will pay the previous holder a portion of the interest proportionate to the ...