... regions. In fact, the current indexing of prices is one of the ways to support regional budgets, which may face difficulties due to losses from corporate income tax. According to Rosstat data, the balance of profits and losses for wholesale and retail trade enterprises in the first four months of 2024 decreased by 51.7% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 466.2 billion rubles (trade is one of the largest employers in the regions). At the same time, no one denies that the increase in excise ...

American options are a versatile tool that allows you to flexibly respond to market changes, manage risks, and profit from price fluctuations. In this article, you will learn how American options work, how they differ from European options, their advantages, disadvantages, and application examples. Understand the intricacies and discover new opportunities for investing and hedging! American Options: A Detailed Analysis and Application American options are a type of option that gives the buyer the...

The Central Bank of Russia has taken a significant step towards strengthening the country's currency market by purchasing the Saint Petersburg Currency Exchange. How will this affect currency transactions, what will the new platform give the Central Bank, and what prospects are opening up for Russian business? In this article, we examine the goals and consequences of the deal, and share our opinion on why this is important for domestic companies such as Open Oil Market. The Central Bank of Russia...

In 2025, fuel prices at gas stations will continue to rise, but the increase is unlikely to exceed the overall inflation rate in the country. The prices of high-octane gasoline brands such as AI-95, AI-98, and higher are expected to rise the most, according to experts surveyed by "Russian Gazette." In 2025, fuel prices at gas stations will continue to rise, but this growth is unlikely to exceed the overall inflation rate in the country. The strongest price increases will be seen in high-octane...

Start your trading week with a detailed analysis of the pivotal events shaping the markets. From the latest PMI data across major economies like China, the Eurozone, and the US, to significant corporate milestones in Russia, including dividend announcements from Polyus, Avangard, and Inarktica. Learn how these indicators and events can influence commodity demand, stock market trends, and investment opportunities. Don’t miss expert insights on what to monitor and how to act strategically. Monday...