Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have strengthened their momentum amid growing investor interest. A combination of strong corporate earnings from leaders in the semiconductor sector and rapid progress in artificial intelligence are fuelling interest in risk assets. In this context, there is notable growth in the shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD, as well as a positive trend 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 strategies. In this article, we will examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is affecting the market.
On Friday, June 26, 2026, global investors and economic analysts will focus on several key economic events that may significantly impact global markets. Among these are the U.S. trade balance, the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, and inflation expectations, each providing crucial indicators of the health of the U.S. economy. This data could be decisive in shaping the Fed's future policy and affect monetary strategy. The impact of these indicators is likely to influence not only American indices such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq but also international ones, including Euro Stoxx 50 and Nikkei 225. For investors, this is an opportunity to identify trends and develop strategies for further investments in light of changes in the stock market. Rising inflation expectations may boost demand for U.S. bonds, while shifts in consumer sentiment could impact the dollar's exchange rate.
In this issue, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin explore AI startups: how to select promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They discuss real-life examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.
Job changes, relocations, starting a family, and welcoming children—life transitions often arrive unexpectedly, and our financial needs shift alongside them. In this video, you will learn how to prepare your finances for new stages in life, ensuring that each change leads you towards prosperity rather than financial stress.