... its success. However, it is important for both beginners and experienced investors to soberly assess their goals and capabilities. Venture investments should in no way replace reliable sources of income or a “safety cushion”. Rather, they are an alternative asset class for diversifying an investment portfolio, especially for those who are ready for a long investment horizon and can afford a possible loss of funds. Getting to know venture investments should begin with understanding their risk and potential: high uncertainty and lack of ...

... extraction. Additionally, Russia's tax system supports domestic refiners by compensating part of their expenses for modernization, investments in refining, and fuel supply to the domestic market. This shields Russia somewhat from global trends but intensifies ... ... consumption could still impact global demand. Additionally, key Russian diesel markets—such as Brazil and India—are developing alternative import options. New refineries coming online this year include the Dangote plant in Nigeria (650,000 bpd), Dos Bocas ...

... or even hundreds of percent, yielding substantial profits for investors. Early investments in promising tokens can result in exponential returns. Portfolio diversification. Adding cryptocurrencies to an investment portfolio provides an opportunity to invest in an alternative asset that is minimally correlated with the traditional market. This can enhance overall investment stability and yield profits when other instruments stall. Decentralization and freedom. Cryptocurrencies are not controlled by banks or governments,...

... determine the preservation of high profits and Apple's market capitalization in the future. Other Tech Giants: Adapting to the New Reality Microsoft and the AI Bet Microsoft has capitalized on the surge of interest in AI to strengthen its position. By investing billions of dollars in OpenAI and integrating the GPT-4 model into Bing search and Office products, Microsoft has demonstrated its readiness to keep pace with the trend. While Bing's market share remains small, the mere existence of a real alternative increases competitive pressure on Google. Moreover, Microsoft is turning AI into a new source of revenue: it offers built-in AI features (e.g., Copilot assistants in Office) to corporate clients for an additional fee and is stimulating the ...

... attention to, and why the current economic realities make IPOs a relevant alternative to bank loans. Developers and IPO: An Alternative to Bank Financing In an environment of high key rates and rising project financing costs, Russian developers are increasingly ... ... with real estate market volatility, macroeconomic conditions, and the specific characteristics of developer companies. Before investing, experts recommend: Carefully reviewing the company’s prospectus and financial statements. Assessing industry development ...