... materials and equipment, which restrains investment activity. Reorientation of government spending Due to the current geopolitical situation, Russia has increased spending on defense and support for strategic industries, which limits the ability to finance other sectors. These changes in the spending structure create an imbalance in the economy, when some industries do not receive sufficient support for development. This can restrain economic growth, since investments in infrastructure and social ...

... also consider examples of successful and unsuccessful deals with such giants as Facebook (owned by Meta, banned in the Russian Federation), Spotify, Flipkart and Dropbox. Let's consider how Accel helps startups grow and conquer new markets by providing financing and strategic support. Accel is one of the world's leading venture capital firms, supporting technology startups at all stages of development. Established in 1983, Accel (formerly known as Accel Partners ) has invested in notable companies ...

... Russia's taxable oil production, has played a key role. Revenue from AIT increased 2.5 times in the first half of 2024, rising from RUB 403 billion in January–June 2023 to RUB 1.042 trillion in January–June 2024, according to data from the Ministry of Finance. Over the same period, the share of AIT in the structure of oil and gas budget revenues grew from 12% to 18%. Unlike the Mineral Extraction Tax (MET), AIT is calculated not based on the volume of extracted resources but on the revenue from ...

In 2025, the business world will refresh its trends, and establishing a billion-dollar company will be a key issue for many entrepreneurs. Choosing the right country for launching a business can provide access to financing, talented workers, and markets. In this article, we explore three main platforms for starting a successful business - the USA, Asia, and Europe. Delving into factors affecting the creation of billion-dollar companies, we will examine investment ...

... Startup and Venture Investment News — Friday, August 1, 2025: AI Boom, IPOs, and Global Deals The global startup ecosystem continues to confidently revive and grow by the end of July 2025. After a prolonged downturn, investors worldwide are actively financing tech companies again: record funding rounds are being secured, and startup plans for public listings are back in the spotlight. Major funds and corporations are returning to aggressive investments, initiating new investment programs, while governments ...