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....

Russia's Ministry of Economic Development forecasts a 51% increase in average wages by 2028. What does this mean for investors? We explore the impact ... ... able to maintain high revenue levels. Wage growth amid constrained supply can also stoke additional inflationary pressure. The Central Bank will likely maintain a tight monetary stance until a clear downtrend in inflation is established. Policymakers face the challenge ...

On the eve of new sanctions being introduced, the Central Bank of Russia has acquired a record amount of gold. Many are puzzled as to the purpose of this action. Is it really worth investing your assets in precious metals? On the eve of the introduction of yet another package of sanctions, the Central Bank of Russia ...

... creating cryptocurrency infrastructure is the position of the Central Bank. The Bank of Russia has traditionally taken a cautious stance regarding crypto assets, fearing for... ... stability and potential illegal capital movement. Nevertheless, after the legalization of mining, the regulator needs to decide how to organize the market for trading cryptocurrency domestically. Daniil Egorov noted that much depends on the agreement with the Central Bank: the tax service can ensure accounting and oversight, but launching trading requires...

... read our review. Increasing the Property Threshold for Qualified Investors in Russia: What You Need to Know in 2025 Introduction Starting January 1, 2025, new rules for obtaining the status of a qualified investor will come into effect in Russia. The Central Bank of Russia has decided to gradually increase the property threshold, sparking active discussions among financial market participants. Let’s explore what this means for investors and traders, as well as how to prepare for the changes. New Property Threshold ...