... showing how tariffs and changes in external demand affect exports and imports. Additionally, the ISM index for the U.S. services sector (17:00 MSK) will provide an assessment of business activity in the largest sector of the American economy. Ruble Exchange Rate and Currency Market Dynamics The Russian ruble enters August under the influence of mixed factors. The conclusion of the tax period at the end of July has weakened support for the national currency, and last week the exchange rate fell to around ~80 rub/$ ...

... the real return on investments. Sectoral opportunities. Increased liquidity can stimulate growth in specific sectors such as construction, fintech, and retail. Ruble exchange rate. Investors should take into account potential volatility in the ruble exchange rate, as the growth in money supply may exert pressure on the national currency. Bond yields. An increase in liquidity may lower yields on government and corporate bonds, which is important for fixed-income investors. Conclusion The 19.2% growth in money supply in Russia in 2024 is an important indicator of the economy's ...

... significantly advantageous compared to a regular account. Foreign Instruments Diversification is possible through foreign assets: foreign ETFs, bonds, stocks. They provide access to global markets and other currencies. However, such investments carry currency risk (fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate) and may be subject to sanction restrictions. Income from foreign dividends/coupons is also taxed at a PIT rate of 13%. Risks, Profitability, and Taxation Profitability: Short-term ruble investments typically yield around 15-20% annually. For example,...

... the cryptocurrency market's development. Cryptocurrency is a special type of digital currency created and operated based on blockchain technology (a distributed ledger system)... ... involvement of banks. In practice, cryptocurrencies today serve several functions: Medium of exchange and payment. Thousands of vendors worldwide already accept Bitcoin, Ethereum... ... service itself) and receive the agreed amount of cryptocurrency to your wallet. Exchange rates may be less favorable, but the process is quicker and avoids complex registration...

... geopolitical backdrop must be considered: the meeting between Putin and Trump at the end of the week may introduce extra volatility. Any agreements or, conversely, arising disagreements between the two leaders may impact commodity markets (oil, gas) and currency exchange rates in emerging markets. In such conditions, it is important for investors to remain vigilant and agile: respond promptly to released data while also assessing them collectively. Balancing macroeconomic signals with corporate results will yield a clearer ...