... the reward was cut by 50%, they became unprofitable unless BTC’s price doubled immediately. As a result, a gradual exit from the market of outdated equipment began. Network data confirm this dynamic. At the beginning of April, Bitcoin's total hash rate reached historic highs – exceeding 900 EH/s (exahashes per second). However, by the end of the month, following the halving, the 7-day average hash rate plummeted to ~820 EH/s. This indicates that some power was shut down. First and foremost, the least energy-efficient ...

... slowdown in inflation may allow the Central Bank to consider easing its monetary policy in the future. This, in turn, would improve business conditions and potentially attract capital into various sectors of the economy. Ruble Deposits. The persistence of high rates currently makes ruble deposits attractive for those seeking a hedge against inflation, but further deceleration in inflation may lower deposit interest rates, increasing demand for alternative investments. For Russian investors, a decline in inflation ...

... the exchange at market prices, similar to stocks. Taxes: When withdrawing money from a PIF or selling an ETF, the profit is subject to PIT (13%)—the same as when selling stocks. Crowdlending (P2P Lending) Profitability: P2P lending platforms promise high rates—approximately 15-25% per annum. According to JetLend, the weighted average rate in September 2024 was about 27.7%, while historical returns for investors (after accounting for losses) stood at approximately 19.1%. Risks: High—there's a possibility ...

... particularly the Federal Reserve (Fed) in the US, to sharply increase interest rates. By 2025, inflation in the US and Europe is expected to slow significantly from peak values but will remain above the target of 2%, keeping monetary authorities on high alert. The Fed paused its interest rate hikes during 2024, and toward 2025, it began to cautiously signal a possible easing of policy if inflation continued to decline. As of early May 2025, the Fed's base rate remains at elevated values compared to previous years, indicating expensive ...

... to the growth of other currencies, such as the euro and the yuan. 2. Inflation Risks Additional stimulus and support measures financed by borrowing can create inflationary pressure in the economy. Growing government debt and additional financing at high rates increase inflation expectations. If inflation rises, the Fed may be forced to raise interest rates further, which will further increase the cost of servicing the debt and reduce the availability of borrowed capital for businesses and consumers. ...