... signs of recession can push prices upwards again. At the same time, other precious metals corrected after the rally: for example, platinum, which reached decade highs, retraced a few percentage points by the weekend due to profit-taking by investors. Currency Markets: Dollar and Euro, Pressure on Emerging Currencies At the end of the week, the currency market saw mixed movements among major currencies. The US dollar, after a decrease in mid-July, somewhat regained its positions. The Dollar Index (DXY) remained ...

... to exit the yen in favor of more yielding currencies. Until signals indicating a potential tightening of policy in Japan emerge, the yen remains under pressure, and market participants are pricing in the possibility of further depreciation. Emerging market currencies had a less fortunate week. Amid dollar strengthening and declining interest rates within certain countries, some EM currencies depreciated. The Russian ruble faced moderate pressure following the Central Bank of Russia's decision to cut rates....

... are geographically and monetarily diversified, although the lion's share remains concentrated in the U.S. Buffett assured that he believes in the American economy and fiat dollar in the long term, but hinted that he does not rule out hedging against currency risks in response to global challenges. Historical Parallels and Buffett’s Fundamental Approach The current strategy of Berkshire Hathaway largely reflects fundamental analysis and lessons from previous market cycles. Buffett has accumulated large amounts of cash at market peaks before. In the late 1960s, he dissolved his investment fund, feeling that available stocks were overvalued. In the late 1990s, Berkshire remained largely inactive in the overheated ...

... timely adjust your strategies. The year 2024 proved to be a year of challenges for the ruble and the Russian economy. Amidst sanctions, declining export revenues, and high interest rates, the ruble significantly weakened. In 2025, volatility in the currency market is expected to persist, making careful planning of financial and investment decisions crucial.

As tokenization gains traction in the financial world, its potential to simplify transactions and expand market accessibility is becoming increasingly clear. This article explores the benefits and key applications of tokenization—from digital currencies to tokenized assets and cross-border payments—and examines the core challenges of regulation, security, and system integration. Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of Open Oil Market, shares insights on how tokenization could reshape financial markets ...