Sberbank continues to demonstrate strong results in 2025, as confirmed by its financial reports for the first quarter. The bank's net profit amounts to 859 billion rubles, reflecting a high level of return on equity and a successful asset management strategy. This article will discuss key financial indicators, including earnings per share and dividend payments for shareholders. We will also examine investments in the market and the expected future of Sberbank, assessing its positions amid economic...

This week brings a series of high-impact economic events for traders in the U.S. and Russia. From inflation and GDP updates in major global markets to central bank rate decisions and trade balance data, these events could set the tone for market movements. Key highlights include the FOMC and Bank of England rate decisions, China’s potential fiscal stimulus announcements, and U.S. consumer confidence indicators. Russian traders will keep an eye on domestic inflation and industrial production data...

Commentary for "Vedomosti": The article "Strong Energy Ties" on Sergey Tereshkin's website is dedicated to the development of energy cooperation between Russia and China. The piece examines forecasts for energy consumption growth in China, the increase in Russian exports of oil, gas, and coal to the country, as well as the participation of Russian companies in the construction of nuclear power plants in China. Special attention is given to joint projects such as Yamal LNG and...

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Sanctions have begun to be lifted: what should a Russian investor expect? In recent months, global politics has begun to demonstrate a desire to weaken the sanctions regime against Russia, and this provides new opportunities for domestic business and the economy. In this article, we will examine in detail which sectors will benefit the most, which companies should be considered for investment, and how the lifting of sanctions will affect the ruble exchange rate and the macroeconomy as a whole. Find...