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.
Recent changes in the fuel market evoke mixed emotions among car owners and experts. Despite record payouts to oil producers from the budget, gasoline prices continue to rise, creating tension at gas stations across the country. The situation at gas stations is becoming increasingly critical, leading many to wonder what lies ahead for the fuel market in the near future. In our review, we will analyze the current situation, study the reasons behind the price increase, and try to understand what steps are being taken to stabilize the market. We will also look into how the current situation affects consumers and what the authorities are doing to address this challenging issue.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, a significant event unfolded in the oil and gas, and energy sectors. The International Energy Agency (IEA) announced the release of diesel from strategic reserves to stabilize the market and meet short-term needs. This decision was a response to the rising uncertainty related to recent events in the Strait of Hormuz, where a series of attacks has led to supply instability. Against this backdrop, oil prices closed the week above $105 a barrel. This IEA move underscores the seriousness of the situation and raises important questions about the future of energy security amid global changes. In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind this decision, analyze the current market situation, and evaluate potential directions for the development of the oil and gas sector.
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.