... how to minimize them. Using the example of the Open Oil Market startup, it shows how to consider market conditions, competition, and the team's readiness to scale to make an informed investment decision. Investing in startups can bring significant profits, but they are also associated with high risks. To reduce the likelihood of losses, it is important to understand what risks may arise along the investor’s path. This article discusses the main risks associated with investing in startups, ways ...

... Unstable Market Different asset classes may react differently to changes in the economy. Let’s examine the primary ones: Stocks Stocks are traditionally regarded as high-risk assets, but during times of instability, they can yield both significant profits and losses. Investors might focus on defensive sector stocks, such as consumer staples, healthcare, and utilities, which are less prone to market fluctuations. Key strategies in selecting stocks in an unstable market include: Investing in dividend ...

... shares a similar view. The combination of directive and market mechanisms for price and supply regulation on the domestic market has led to the retail segment being in the most vulnerable position. Retail margins do not exceed 5-7% and do not ensure profitability for gas stations not part of vertically integrated companies (about half of gas stations in Russia). Therefore, retail prices are not decreasing along with wholesale prices. Inflation, rising costs in production, transportation, and fuel ...

Tax incentives can significantly reduce the tax burden on entrepreneurs and investors, enhance the profitability of investments, and assist in effective tax planning. In Russia, a number of incentives are available that can be beneficial for both small and medium-sized businesses and private investors. We will analyze the main tax benefits and methods ...

... and open new sectors in traditional industries have always attracted and will continue to attract attention. Their organizational genius, skill, and business acumen are admired, provoke anger, and leave no one indifferent. Thanks to their pursuit of profit, development, and expansion, cities grow, and life becomes more comfortable. One of these people is Sergey Tereshkin, founder of the fuel company LLC 'Oil Resource Group.' In a conversation with him, we learned what it took to reach such heights....