... and the global economy. India today is one of the largest economies in the world, and military conflict would impact global supply chains and financial markets (investors shy away from risk, pulling capital out of the region amid the threat of war). Oil prices rise in anticipation of supply disruptions, and international trade suffers. Finally, instability in South Asia complicates the global fight against terrorism and extremism. While India and Pakistan accuse one another, terrorist networks may take ...

... Factors The introduction of new US sanctions against Russia in November 2024 dealt a serious blow to the economy. The sanctions affected key sectors and restricted access to international financial markets. Decline in Export Revenues Falling global prices for oil and gas, along with a reduction in their export, diminished the inflow of foreign currency into Russia. Monetary Policy The Central Bank maintains the key interest rate at 21%, which curtails economic activity but does not stop capital outflows. Increase ...

... uncertainty or high inflation. Gold. The most popular protective asset, frequently used to preserve capital. Investment in gold can be executed through purchasing physical metal, shares in gold mining companies, or exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Commodities. Oil, gas, copper, and other commodities can have significant price fluctuations but can also present opportunities for speculative investments in times of high volatility. Alternative Investments In an unstable market, investors may consider alternative assets that have low correlation with traditional markets: ...

... countries' abandonment of Russian diamonds, investors may experience increased volatility in the market. This implies that stock prices may undergo significant fluctuations, diminishing the attractiveness of these assets for long-term investments. Need for ... ... an extended period of uncertainty regarding the company's financial performance. Commentary by Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of Open Oil Market: " The sharp decline in Russian diamond exports to India reflects the profound impact of sanctions on the Russian ...

... in October 2024 is 13.2% per annum, which is over 2% higher than the previous year. Meanwhile, the rate of growth in property prices in Moscow and St. Petersburg averaged 9% since the beginning of the year, with some other regions, like Krasnodar and Kazan,... ... attracts investors during periods of unstable currency exchange rates and heightened inflation. My Comment as the Founder of Open Oil Market "As the founder of Open Oil Market, I see that the current economic situation is prompting Russians to increasingly ...