Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have been gaining momentum amid growing investor interest. The combination of strong corporate earnings from leaders in the semiconductor sector and rapid advancements in artificial intelligence is fueling interest in risk assets. In this context, notable growth has been seen in the shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD, as well as positive dynamics in cryptocurrency markets led by Bitcoin and Ether. New investment opportunities are attracting both large institutional funds and retail investors in the CIS, shaping new portfolio management strategies. In this article, we will examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is impacting the market.<br />
Fuel prices at gas stations remain a significant topic for many drivers, and questions about what to expect at the end of summer and during the fall months are becoming even more pertinent. Experts from "Russian Gazette" conducted a market analysis and made forecasts for the upcoming period. Sharp fluctuations, driven by various factors — from currency exchange rate changes to alterations in fuel supply — affect fuel costs. Find out what changes to expect and what could contribute to stabilizing gasoline and diesel prices in the coming months. We have gathered insights from leading analysts and are ready to share this information with you.
The fuel and energy complex (FEC) meets Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in a state of heightened turbulence. The oil market has once again become hostage to geopolitics: Brent prices surpassed $90 per barrel for the first time since the end of July after negotiations between the USA and Iran regarding the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz reached an impasse. The European gas market is sending alarm signals—underground gas storage (UGS) facilities are only 59% full, significantly below the multi-year norm ahead of the heating season. OPEC+ completes its cycle of increasing oil production quotas, electricity prices in Europe rise despite a record share of renewable energy, and the Russian oil products market remains under strict regulation: the ban on gasoline exports has been extended until the end of January 2027. Below is a comprehensive overview of key events in the oil, gas, and energy sectors for investors and commodity market participants.
In this issue, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin analyze AI startups: how to select promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They discuss real examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.