... issued the shares. Here, the focus is on its financial results and performance indicators. The investor studies the accounting statements: looks at revenue and its growth from year to year, operating and net profit, earnings per share, the amount of dividends the company pays to shareholders, the capital structure (equity to debt ratio). The company's assets are important - what it has on its balance sheet (real estate, equipment, patents, cash, etc.), as well as liabilities - how much debt and other ...

... levels, it evaluates participants' compliance with agreements on oil production cuts and can provide recommendations for future policies. The oil market displayed volatility last week: global oil prices declined in the first half of the week but rebounded ... ... 2025 (investment holding). VSEH – board meeting to consider recommendations to shareholders regarding profit distribution and dividends for 2024. The publication of semi-annual reports allows an assessment of how companies' profits have changed compared ...

... terms, while net profit could drop more significantly, considering last year's high base. Nevertheless, a strong balance sheet and low debt load allow "Norilsk Nickel" to retain investment appeal: the market will await management's comments on dividend prospects and the implementation of strategic projects (including the development of the Norilsk industrial area and environmental programs). The outcomes of the half-year will provide insight into how the company adapts to the new external economic ...

... construction and machine engineering. Furthermore, relatively low global steel prices and a strengthening ruble, which limits export opportunities, negatively affected the company. Faced with declining profits, Severstal even decided to temporarily forgo dividend payments to preserve financial stability. However, management welcomed the Central Bank's decision to lower rates and noted that cheaper credit should, over time, revitalize steel demand in the second half of the year. Corporate Reports: From ...

... downgrades, shares might even rise on expectations of future improvement (the principle of “not as bad as feared”). Retaining the dividend and buyback would also signal confidence in long-term prospects. However, any negative surprises (e.g., deeper sales ... ... for instance, above-expected inflation expectations or strong employment data may fuel discussions about further central bank policies, potentially influencing investor sentiment. In the afternoon, the focus will shift to corporate reports. Corporate earnings ...