... These reports will provide initial insights into different sectors at the week's start. Commentary: Monday starts relatively quietly. The absence of trading in London and Toronto reduces volumes on global markets, and key macroeconomic releases are limited to local inflation data. Markets will primarily receive signals from individual corporate stories: the results from Palantir and other companies after market close may set the tone for the start of the week. Special attention will be paid to Palantir,...

... new funds amounting to $4.6 billion – more than double what dozens of smaller funds cumulatively raised. Overall, according to surveys, the total fundraising volume in the industry has dropped by approximately a third compared to the previous year. Limited partners (LPs) have become more cautious about investing in the venture asset class following a series of weak results and delays in exits, so the average time required to raise a new fund has reached a record 15 months. Many new management teams ...

... funding for startups in China remains at lower levels, while India, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf countries are attracting increasing capital. Even local markets (such as the CIS countries) are attempting to catch the new wave of growth despite external limitations. The overall picture points to a global revival of venture capital, although investors are still approaching deals selectively and cautiously. Below are key events and trends shaping the current agenda of the venture market as of August 2,...

... positions in BTC remain intact. The blockchain has witnessed activity from major holders (“whales”), who partially took profits at the peaks, while institutional investors and crypto funds are concurrently accumulating coins. Experts note that Bitcoin's limited supply and capital influx from companies and funds foster a sustainable bullish sentiment in the long term. A number of Wall Street analysts predict that under favorable macro conditions, BTC could achieve new record highs by the year-end. In ...

... consolidation. Global expansion of venture capital. The investment boom is reaching new markets—from the Gulf States and South Asia to Africa and Latin America—creating their own technological ecosystems. Local focus (Russia and the CIS). Despite limitations, new funds and initiatives for developing local startup ecosystems are drawing investor attention to the region. The IPO Wave Gains Momentum: The "Window" for Going Public Remains Open The global market for initial public offerings ...