... due to window dressing —fund managers may embellish their portfolios, leading to unexpected market movements. Macroeconomic Events: Rates, Inflation, and PMI Central Bank Decisions Brazil (00:30 MSK): The Central Bank of Brazil will announce its interest rate decision on the night of Thursday. A hold on the key interest rate at 15%, a record high for the last two decades, is expected. Inflation in Brazil has dropped to around 5%, remaining above the target of 3%, which suggests the regulator will maintain ...

... exporters traditionally sell currency to pay taxes, increasing demand for rubles. Rising Commodity Prices The increase in the prices of oil, gas, and gold — Russia's main export commodities — supports currency inflows and strengthens the ruble. High Interest Rates The attractiveness of ruble-denominated assets for investors remains high due to significant interest rates. Restrictions on Currency Outflows Current restrictions minimize capital flight, contributing to the stability of the exchange rate. High ...

... (SFIN) ). Completion of the tax period in Russia, which may impact export revenue sales volumes and the dynamics of the ruble exchange rate. Expectations for the upcoming meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve ( Fed ) later in the week, shaping forecasts on interest rates and inflation. Global Markets: Investor Expectations and Forecasts As the new week begins, global financial markets exhibit cautious optimism. Investors are assessing prospects and adjusting strategies in anticipation of a series of important events ...

... macroeconomic situation significantly influences the cryptocurrency and stablecoin markets. In 2022–2023, major economies experienced a surge in inflation, prompting central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve (Fed) in the US, to sharply increase interest rates. By 2025, inflation in the US and Europe is expected to slow significantly from peak values but will remain above the target of 2%, keeping monetary authorities on high alert. The Fed paused its interest rate hikes during 2024, and toward 2025, ...

... considers three main levels of influence on the value of a stock or other asset: Macroeconomic level. The general economic and political situation forms the background on which the market develops. The state of the economy (GDP growth rates, inflation, interest rates, exchange rates) directly affects the entire stock market. For example, a period of economic growth contributes to the growth of profits of many companies, which also pushes up the value of their shares, while a recession or crisis leads to a decrease ...