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Bitcoin: Decrease in Mining Difficulty and Market Consequences

... part of their energy resource monetization strategy. The share of institutional capital in the mining sector has notably risen: public companies easily attract hundreds of millions of dollars through exchanges, bonds, and even direct investments from funds seeking indirect exposure to Bitcoin while hedging risks. Bitcoin Price Outlook: Technical Analysis Following the latest difficulty recalibration, the Bitcoin market exhibits measured optimism. Currently, BTC's consolidation below $100,000 is viewed by analysts as an accumulation phase before ...

Wage Growth in Russia by 2028: Forecast and Investment Strategies

... Investment in property – whether buying an apartment to rent out or acquiring commercial property – can yield solid returns as consumers become wealthier. Beyond the traditional areas, investors might also consider other assets. With higher incomes, some funds will flow into the real economy – activities like starting small businesses or expanding existing ones – which indirectly improves the business climate. Some individuals may hedge a potentially weaker ruble by buying foreign currency or gold. However, if the economic forecast for Russia holds true and inflation slows, ruble-denominated assets (stocks, bonds, real estate) should in general outperform passive holdings in currency ...

Under what conditions could the surviving line of the "Nord Stream" operate

... around $300 during the off-season in September and October,” explains Igor Yushkov, an expert at the National Energy Security Fund and the Financial University under the Government of Russia. “This pattern was observed in early spring when gas prices ... ... through Ukraine, especially with the transit agreement expiring in January 2025. Market players are already buying futures to hedge against potential disruptions. Asian Competition Intense competition with Asian buyers for LNG also affects prices. “If ...

Ethereum Price Forecast for May 2025

... make direct purchases of cryptocurrencies. Furthermore, the successful network upgrade and transition to PoS have made it possible to earn yields from staking ETH of approximately 4–5% per annum, which also attracts long-term investors (including hedge funds and banking institutions). Institutional investments not only provide a fresh influx of money but also enhance trust in the asset—Ethereum is beginning to be regarded as a “digital asset of infrastructure class.” However, it is important to ...

Where does Lenta invest?

... payment of taxes and fees. Tax deductions: Annual tax revenues from the company's activities amount to billions of rubles. These funds are used to implement social and infrastructure projects in the regions. Financing social programs: Part of the tax revenues ... ... Instrument features: Lenta stock futures allow speculators to earn on both the rise and fall of stock prices using leverage. Hedging applications: This instrument can be used to protect a portfolio from fluctuations in the company's stock price, which ...