... player—startup Safe Superintelligence (co-founded by Ilya Sutskever)—raised about $2 billion at a valuation exceeding $30 billion to develop "safe" AI systems. Moreover, industry data suggest that Anthropic is in the final stages of negotiations for a new round of $3–5 billion, which could elevate its valuation to astronomical values of $150–170 billion. The flagship of the industry, OpenAI, is also keeping pace: the company secured about $8.3 billion in investments at a valuation ...

... least 5%. For Chinese firms, the decrease in value could exceed 10%. However, changes may not only affect the stock market. Trade wars adversely impact overall investment strategies primarily due to rising risks. If a negative scenario unfolds, the U.... ... Tereshkin aligns with experts who advise investors to hold off on making significant changes. It is impossible to predict how the negotiations between the U.S. and China will ultimately unfold. Both sides appear to be motivated to reach a compromise. However,...

... impact Russia, reducing tension and supporting the ruble's exchange rate. Geopolitical Improvements The prospects of upcoming negotiations regarding Ukraine are lowering the risk premium and boosting investor confidence in the Russian currency. Actions ... ... in Rubles An increase in transactions in the national currency for imports reduces dependence on foreign currencies. Positive Trade Balance A surplus of exports over imports ensures a stable inflow of currency into the country. Seasonal Factors At the ...

... Despite price increases in recent weeks, the current level is still 10-15% below year-ago figures—a reflection of the market correction following the peaks of the energy crisis in 2022-2023. Investors continue to monitor external economic signals: negotiations between the U.S. and China on trade disputes are ongoing, and the July 30 meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve indeed left rates unchanged. Soft monetary conditions combined with the resolution of trade differences could support fuel demand in the latter half of the year. Gas Market: ...

... procure certain categories of Russian goods (such as nuclear materials). This undermines the demand for a complete cessation of trade with the RF. Unjust Criticism: According to officials, Washington's grievances are unfounded, particularly considering that ... ... backdrop of Trump's threats, a high-level delegation has been sent to Moscow: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has arrived for negotiations with the RF leadership. Although the visit was planned in advance, given the current context, it has acquired particular ...