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"Pancake Index": How Prices for Key Products Changed for Pancake Week 2025
... prices is directly related to rising costs of milk and livestock feed.
Fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate – Imported ingredients, such as feed and fertilizers, have become more expensive.
Logistics costs – Rising transportation expenses also impact the final price of products.
Seasonal demand – In the lead-up to Maslenitsa, prices of key ingredients traditionally rise.
However, the drop in egg prices has partially mitigated the overall increase, attributed to overproduction and market stabilization....
China: Industrial Production Growth Slowed to 5.7% YoY in July
... corporate segment.
Financing:
cost of capital remains moderate, but banks are increasing risk premiums for sensitive sectors.
Commodities and External Markets
Raw Materials:
industrial slowdown limits demand for metals and energy resources.
Asian Suppliers:
impact on the export of neighboring economies through value-added chains.
Regional Currencies:
increased sensitivity to news about stimuli and yuan exchange rate policies.
Risks and Triggers
Real Estate:
prolonged correction in sales and prices may dampen ...
Bessent on BTC Reserve: The US Will Not Buy Crypto, Actively Using Confiscated Assets
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Mechanics of the "No Purchase Reserve"
Asset Source:
confiscated BTC are transferred to state custody following law enforcement actions.
Custody and Management:
a multi-tiered storage scheme, chain tracking audit, and reporting are likely.
Market Impact:
the absence of government purchases reduces the risk of ramped-up demand, but
the moratorium on sales
decreases supply pressure.
Implications for BTC and ETH
For bitcoin, the neutrality regarding purchases and the refusal to sell imply a
stabilizing ...
Pre-IPO vs. Venture Capital Investments: Which to Choose for Better Returns?
... early-stage startups can lead to multiple profits if the company successfully enters the market and grows. However, one must be prepared for potential capital loss, as not all startups achieve success.
How Do Pre-IPO and Venture Capital Investments Impact the Russian Economy?
In Russia, the pre-IPO market is rapidly developing, attracting new investors and fostering the growth of local companies. Pre-IPO offers large Russian firms the opportunity to raise capital for further growth and access to ...
Will the US Lift Sanctions Against Russia? An Investor's Analysis
... complete lifting of sanctions is unlikely. Instead, Washington may replace existing sanctions with new ones, utilizing various economic and political justifications.
The issue of sanctions is particularly relevant for investors, as they have a significant impact on capital markets, trade, and the strategic development of specific sectors of the economy. Let's explore how the current situation may affect Russian businesses and investment opportunities.
Historical Context of Sanction Pressure
The sanctions ...