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Countercyclical Capital Buffer: What It Means for Investors

... and reduce the risks of credit overheating. What opportunities does this open up for investors, and how will the change in banking policy affect the profitability and sustainability of investments? We analyze the key aspects and predict the possible consequences for the market. Countercyclical Capital Buffer: What It Means for Investors? Recent data from Rosstat and the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia indicate a slowdown in inflation within the country. Annual inflation from October 28 to November 5, 2024, has decreased to 8.39% (according to Rosstat), while data from the Ministry of Economic Development for the same ...

Bitcoin: Decrease in Mining Difficulty and Market Consequences

... month, following the halving, the 7-day average hash rate plummeted to ~820 EH/s. This indicates that some power was shut down. First and foremost, the least energy-efficient setups – those "obsolete" chips that could not withstand the new economic landscape – exited the network. The decrease in difficulty to 119.12 trillion was a direct consequence of this hash rate rollback: the protocol eased mining conditions in response to decreased competition to maintain the targeted 10-minute block interval. It’s important to emphasize that such a “exodus” of miners following a halving event ...

Agreement Between the US and Ukraine: Resource Transfer for Funding

... media has reported on a possible agreement between the US and Ukraine, under which Washington will receive 50% of the proceeds from the sale of Ukrainian minerals in exchange for financial support. This agreement could significantly affect Ukraine's economic sovereignty and its long-term development. What are the key provisions of the agreement and its possible consequences? Agreement Between the USA and Ukraine: Resource Transfer in Exchange for Financing In recent weeks, media reports have emerged regarding a potential agreement between the USA and Ukraine, under which Washington would receive 50% of revenues ...

Frozen Deposits in Russia: How Real Is the Risk? How to Protect Your Savings Amid High Interest Rates

... rumors of potential deposit freezes, leaving depositors uneasy. Let’s examine the likelihood of this scenario, its potential consequences, and how you can safeguard your savings. Historical Examples of Deposit Freezes in Russia Russia has faced several ... ... household finances. These cases show that, despite a seemingly stable banking system, deposit freezes have been used as an emergency economic measure. Global Examples of Deposit Freezes Deposit freezes are not unique to Russia. International examples include: ...

How to Manage Investment Risks

... income. Second, the stock price may not rise, as part of the company's appeal for investors was precisely the dividend payout. Consequently, the investor’s yield and associated risk may become unbalanced: expected returns decline, while market risks (stock ... ... related to market behavior. They are caused by external circumstances that may impact your investments. These risks encompass economic and political conditions, changes in legislation, and other global factors. For instance, an economic crisis or recession ...