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The Three Gorges Dam: A Giant Brake on Our Planet
... engineering advancements. As we observe the blue sphere from space, it is vital to remember that the influence of infrastructure projects on the planet is a reality, and our understanding of these consequences will determine the future of sustainable development. It is time to acknowledge: every bridge, dam, or skyscraper is not merely a step forward for civilization but also a challenge to the natural balances of the Earth. A careful attitude and scientific consideration of such projects can help ...
Key Economic Events and Corporate Reporting: Week of July 28 to August 1, 2025
... will take center stage: financial results from ExxonMobil and Chevron will reveal how commodity price swings affect profitability in the energy sector. Simultaneously, the report from Colgate-Palmolive will serve as a barometer of consumer demand in developed markets. The main event of the day, however, will be the release of data on the American labor market –
unemployment
and employment dynamics for July. This is the culmination of all the week’s
economic events
: a strong report will bolster ...
Investing for Beginners: Where to Start and What Mistakes to Avoid
... principles include setting goals, assessing risk, diversifying your portfolio, and other approaches that reduce the likelihood of losses. Let's look at the basic principles of investing:
Clear goals and strategy. Start by defining your financial goals and developing a personal investment strategy. Understanding why you are investing (saving for retirement, creating capital for a major purchase, receiving passive income, etc.) sets the direction for your actions. The investment period, choice of investment ...
How to Manage Investment Risks
... Bankruptcy
Another significant risk for investors is the bankruptcy of the issuer, that is, the company or organization in which the funds have been invested. Any company can go bankrupt – whether it is one that issues stocks or bonds, a real estate developer, an investment fund, a bank, or even a sovereign state (in the case of sovereign default). When bankruptcy occurs, investors often lose a substantial portion of their invested funds: shares may quickly become worthless, payments on bonds may ...
Bitcoin: Decrease in Mining Difficulty and Market Consequences
... upheavals. Miners have navigated the reduction in awards, partly compensating through price growth and efficiency, while Bitcoin's automatic algorithm maintained economic equilibrium by alleviating difficulty. For institutional and private investors, these developments are significant indicators of ecosystem maturity: the Bitcoin network remains self-regulating, robust, and attractive for investments. The mining sector, while experiencing temporary challenges, demonstrates readiness for change – from ...