... on income exceeding approximately 210,000 rubles annually. Government and Corporate Bonds Profitability: Federal bonds (OFZ) are the most conservative option. Short-term OFZ yields about 17-19% per annum. Corporate bonds from reliable companies can generate returns of 20-30% or more (the corporate bond index RUCBCPNS closed at around 23.7% in October 2024). Risks: OFZ carry virtually no risk (government guarantee), while corporate bonds involve credit risk (default). Bond prices fluctuate; as the ...

... companies to source gas from specific suppliers. With the growth in demand in Europe unlikely, particularly due to the development of low-carbon energy, the share of nuclear power plants (NPP) and renewable energy sources (RES) in the EU electricity generation structure increased from 51% in 2010 to 71% in 2024. This share is expected to continue growing regardless of the availability of fossil fuels, he noted. All these tariff wars and agreements with certain countries could have counterproductive ...

... traditional "pits," leaving only some sections for options contracts. The New York Stock Exchange retained a physical hall, but even there the bulk of transactions now take place through computers—manual signals have almost disappeared. For a new generation of traders, the monitor and electronic terminal have become essential tools, rendering the skill of "speaking with hands" obsolete. Conclusion The sign language of traders represents a vivid chapter in the history of financial markets....

... pre-packaged portfolio solutions based on ETFs, making investing simpler and more personalized. New products and approaches are also emerging. In particular, sustainable investment funds (ESG) are gaining popularity – investors want their money to not only generate financial returns but also benefit the environment and society. In recent years, ESG funds have attracted significant capital. The Russian Collective Investment Market The collective investment market in Russia and the CIS is developing dynamically,...

... smartphone thefts as a safer and more lucrative form of criminal enterprise. James Conway, commander of the London police's street robbery unit, emphasizes that the demand for modern gadgets in foreign markets has created ample opportunity for criminals to generate "huge profits" with a comparatively low risk. The penalties for a series of property thefts for young offenders are significantly lighter than for drug-related crimes, leading gangs to often recruit teenagers and young adults for phone ...