... than 15% over the year, particularly due to mortgage and consumer lending, while asset quality remained high (the proportion of defaults is around historical lows). Notably, HDFC Bank announced a rare initiative for the Indian market—a bonus share issue for current shareholders, indicating management’s confidence in the bank’s financial strength. Strong results from HDFC and several other Indian financial institutions underscore the attractiveness of the Indian banking sector, which benefits ...

....S. oil and gas. Furthermore, the U.S. has intensified dialogue with India to eliminate trade barriers, easing global market tensions. Geopolitical risks and sanctions uncertainty. U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified rhetoric against Moscow, issuing an ultimatum to resolve the conflict in Ukraine within about 10 days. He threatened to impose 100% tariffs on Russian exports and secondary sanctions against buyers of Russian oil if there is no progress. These statements raise uncertainty over ...

... achieving export values of oil and gas totaling $250 billion per year would require oil prices in Europe to rise to $120+ per barrel, which is unlikely in the medium term. Meanwhile, Washington is increasing pressure in the political sphere. The ultimatum issued by Trump regarding Ukraine expires in the second decade of August. If there is no progress in peace negotiations, the U.S. threatens new stringent sanctions against Moscow. This could target remaining channels for exporting Russian energy resources ...

Nuclear weapons continue to be one of the most pressing issues in the modern world. In 2025, the number of warheads held by nuclear-armed states is expected to change significantly. Key players such as Russia, the USA, China, India, and Pakistan will continue to expand their nuclear arsenals, which will inevitably ...

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 ...