... cumulative yield of around 15% per annum in 2024. A broader index (RGBITR) peaked at approximately 15.3% per annum in spring 2024. Short-term OFZ (under a year) typically yield slightly lower, but similar rates can be found. In this context, OFZ are more attractive than long-term deposits, especially when the Bank of Russia increases rates. Risks and Liquidity. OFZ are considered practically risk-free regarding defaults since they are issued by the government. The risk lies in price fluctuations during ...

... increase capital and thereby bring you closer to achieving major financial goals. Buying real estate, paying for children's education, creating pension savings - these goals are difficult to achieve by simply putting money "under the pillow". By attracting money to work through investment instruments, you can accumulate a much larger sum over time. Thirdly, many consider investments as a source of additional or passive income. For example, interest on bonds, dividends on shares or rent from real ...

... activity. Corporate Earnings on July 25 This Friday's corporate calendar features significantly fewer high-profile publications than in previous days of the week. Nevertheless, reports from several companies in the USA, Europe, Asia, and Russia will attract investors' attention, providing insights into the state of affairs in various sectors of the economy. USA Colgate-Palmolive – a global leader in personal care and household products (brands Colgate, Palmolive, etc.). Investors will assess how ...

... Administration (EIA), around 25% of all electricity in the country is now generated from coal—the highest share in several years. This surge is driven by multiple factors: High Gas Prices: The rise in natural gas prices has made coal a more economically attractive fuel for generation, especially for baseload capacities. Reliability of the Energy System: In an effort to avoid interruptions, authorities and companies maintain coal plants on standby to compensate for the insufficient stability of renewable ...

... energy security of countries, including Russia and India. News from the Fuel and Energy Sector, Wednesday, August 6, 2025: U.S. Increases Duties for India, Oil Prices Decline Current events in the fuel and energy sector (FES) on August 6, 2025, are attracting the attention of investors and market participants. The United States is intensifying sanctions against buyers of Russian oil, impacting the interests of major oil companies and international trade. Amid this geopolitical tension, global ...