Can investing in gold be a wise decision in the face of the risks and uncertainties currently affecting the markets? Gold is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven asset. While the gold market, like all other markets, is subject to volatility and potential speculation, it remains a "refuge" for investments, particularly when compared to other precious metals. This brings us to a pertinent question: Can ...

... polymer production. The complex has been established to bolster Russia's export potential and meet the growing domestic demand for polymers. Sector: Chemical Industry Investments for 2023: 111.6 billion rubles Investments for 2022: 93 billion rubles Key assets of the company: Production capacities: A plant with a design capacity of up to 2.7 million tons of polymers per year. Modern gas processing and raw material separation units. Logistical infrastructure: A terminal for shipping finished products ...

... breaks the stereotype that investing is only for the wealthy and that there is no point in investing small amounts in the market. Furthermore, the average man invests more than the average woman, with men aged 40-60 accounting for more than half of all assets. Simply put, older individuals are bringing more money to the market, yet their share in the market is smaller. Most of those who invest have permanent full-time employment (for them, investing is an additional source of income). They typically ...

... tech companies are exacerbating panic selling. Implications for Investors Increased volatility is undermining retail investor confidence in the stock market. Many fund managers are reassessing their hedging and diversification strategies. Defensive assets are gaining popularity: gold, high-rated bonds, and cash. Historical Context: Comparison with 1987 The last time a similar crash occurred was in October 1987, when the Dow Jones fell by 22.6% in a single day. While the current decline is less severe,...

... cryptocurrency exchanges are likely to increase their scrutiny before listing, which, in turn, may lead to a reduction in the number of new projects entering the market. While investors might feel more protected, they may also find themselves less flexible in asset selection. Is This the Right Move? From my perspective, it is essential for the cryptocurrency market to develop responsibly. The creation of tokens aimed at artificially inflating their value and misleading investors should be met with resistance....