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.
Rising fuel prices and availability are becoming an increasingly pressing issue for businesses and the public. The phrase "Fuel takes off from the barrier" reflects the situation where high prices and fuel shortages create serious obstacles for enterprise growth and operation. We will explore what lies behind this expression and how to tackle these challenges.
On August 5, 2026, the world economy and financial markets are expected to experience a pivotal day. Key economic indicators and corporate earnings reports will take center stage. The day will see the release of the ISM Services Index and the ADP Employment Report for the US private sector. These indicators provide a snapshot of economic activity and employment health, significantly influencing investment decisions and market sentiment. In addition, investors are awaiting financial reports from industry leaders such as Disney, Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk, and DoorDash, which will offer insights into the state of various sectors. This will enable investors to better assess the global economic landscape and factor in risks into their portfolios. Investors and analysts anticipate an action-packed day filled with news that could set the tone for economic trends in the coming months.
In this episode, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Mikhail Dubnov, partner at Brio Capital Fund, break down what really happens to a company when large sums of money come in. We discuss why the scaling stage is an entirely different game from starting from scratch, and how the founder's life, management, analytics, and team change after the deal.
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.