How the Temporary Easing of Sanctions Will Affect Russian Energy, Banking, and Business Development: An Article by Sergey Tereshkin for "RBC Companies." The article analyzes the U.S. decision to temporarily ease sanctions on transactions involving Russian banks related to the energy sector. This includes lifting restrictions on major financial institutions like Sberbank and VTB, allowing continued transactions in the oil and gas sector. Such a move could help avoid disruptions in global...

... the stock prices of tourism companies and airlines. Key Principles of Portfolio Diversification Asset class allocation: stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities, and cash. Geographic diversification: investments in companies and markets from different countries and regions. Sector diversification: selecting companies from various sectors of the economy. Defensive Assets in the Portfolio During periods of instability, defensive assets help preserve capital: Gold and precious metals: traditional safe-haven ...

Western brands are preparing to return to the Russian market. Experts predict that McDonald's, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Apple, Microsoft and other companies may resume their operations in Russia by the end of 2025. What does this mean for businesses and consumers, and how are domestic companies preparing for a new wave of competition? The Return of Western Brands to Russia: Forecasts and Business Prospects In recent months, there has been active discussion regarding the possibility of Western brands...

... Hungary on Gazprom's supplies," concluded the CEO of OPEN OIL MARKET. Earlier the same day, Vedomosti, citing data from Gazprom and the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas, reported that Russian gas exports to Europe (EU countries and Moldova) via pipelines increased by 17% year-on-year in January–September 2024, reaching 23.7 billion cubic meters. Stanislav Mitrakhovich, a leading expert at the National Energy Security Fund and the Financial University under the Government ...

Thanksgiving Day is one of the most significant national holidays in the United States, celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November. In 2024, it falls on November 28. This day not only symbolizes family values and gratitude for the harvest, but also has a significant impact on financial markets, both in the United States and around the world. Thanksgiving in the USA: The History of the Holiday, Market Closures, and Impact on Global Investors Thanksgiving is one of the most significant...