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.
Friday, July 31, 2026, will be a significant day in the world of economics, as several key events will impact global markets. The Bank of Japan's crucial decision is expected to draw considerable attention, as it could define the nation's monetary policy strategy for the upcoming years. Inflation in the Eurozone is also in the spotlight—analysts are eagerly awaiting data to assess the region's economic health. Major oil market players, such as ExxonMobil and Chevron, will present their earnings reports, which may trigger volatility in the oil and gas sector. Additionally, we cannot overlook Norilsk Nickel, whose results could influence the company's stock dynamics and lead to a reassessment of its investment attractiveness.
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.