... segments of the economy — IT, retail, and consumer sectors — may act as catalysts for activity. In 2025, investors will increasingly focus on portfolio diversification and long-term strategies, prioritizing preferred investment directions. Expected stabilization of rates and a softening of sanctions pressure could only partially revive the M&A market by the end of the year; however, the number of transactions is unlikely to return to pre-crisis levels. The Russian M&A market is under pressure from ...

... two portfolio examples: Conservative portfolio: 50% (500,000 rubles)—bank deposit (18-19% per annum), 30%—OFZ or bond PIF (income ~17-18%), 20%—reliable corporate bonds or a conservative PIF (income ~15-20%). This composition provides relative stability: income slightly above inflation but with virtually no risk of capital loss. Moderately risky portfolio: 30%—deposit/OFZ (18%), 30%—mixed bonds and PIFs (income ~18-20%), 25%—stocks and ETFs (heightened risk, potentially high returns),...

... constrained supply can also stoke additional inflationary pressure. The Central Bank will likely maintain a tight monetary stance until a clear downtrend in inflation is established. Policymakers face the challenge of balancing economic stimulus with price stability so that wage gains translate into lasting benefits rather than an inflationary spiral. Investment Strategies amid Rising Incomes The expected jump in wages and the resulting boost in consumption create new opportunities for investors. Which ...

... financial markets enter Tuesday with mixed sentiments. Asian markets are reacting to previous events: data from the U.S. at the end of last week prompted a reassessment of expectations regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rates, which helped partially stabilize sentiment on Monday. The Japanese Nikkei 225 index and other Asian indicators are showing cautious growth in anticipation of fresh macro data. European markets, such as the Euro Stoxx 50 index, are preparing to open with modest gains after a ...

... profit-taking by some traders and external news; however, the decline quickly attracted new buyers. The BTC price soon recovered to ~$118,000, indicating sustained strong demand. Currently, Bitcoin is consolidating near its peak values, exhibiting unusual stability for such high prices. This robust growth of BTC in 2025 has been driven by two key factors: the influx of institutional investments via spot ETFs and the limited supply of coins (the halving effect of 2024). Ahead lie new opportunities for Bitcoin....