... Russian or global markets, while some ETFs invest in gold or oil. Returns of such funds are close to market rates, and taxes are paid at the same 13% rate upon withdrawal. An advantage of ETFs is that they can be bought like stocks through a brokerage account. Other Assets Precious Metals (OMS). An unallocated metal account (OMS) allows investments in gold, silver, and other precious metals. Protection against inflation and crises makes gold a popular choice. Recent years have seen real returns in ...

... stocks. Crowdlending (P2P Lending) Profitability: P2P lending platforms promise high rates—approximately 15-25% per annum. According to JetLend, the weighted average rate in September 2024 was about 27.7%, while historical returns for investors (after accounting for losses) stood at approximately 19.1%. Risks: High—there's a possibility of borrower defaults (JetLend reported an accumulated default rate of around 3.5% since its inception). The platform may fail, or you may not receive your money back ...

... list. Unlike a standard online store, these platforms showcase the products of hundreds of suppliers. This format simplifies the interaction process: all transactions occur within a single service with unified rules and support. B2B platforms take into account the specifics of corporate trading. They provide tools for handling wholesale orders: convenient search and filtering by parameters, display of wholesale prices, and the ability to request individual conditions. Typically, these platforms require ...

... well as a clear understanding of potential pitfalls. This is a kind of investment portfolio compiled by top-notch brokers with strong analytical skills or independent specialists. The portfolio is constructed based on specific parameters, taking into account potential risks and expected returns. The brokers include shares of leading domestic companies with growth prospects. They closely monitor all market fluctuations. Recommendations regarding the portfolio and its contents are updated according ...

... demand. If there are many bids (over-subscription), some allocation of shares between bidders will inevitably be required. Share distribution. On the designated date, shares are distributed among investors, and funds are credited to the company’s account (or to the shareholders selling shares). Depending on the mechanism, this can occur on a fixed subscription day or during a trading period on the exchange. In Russia, a special escrow account is used for some procedures: investors deposit money ...