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.
During the week of July 6-10, 2026, the global economy will be in the spotlight due to a series of significant events and publications. Key indicators to note include the US Non-Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), which will provide insights into the current state of the economy. The FOMC minutes will become a crucial factor in determining the future monetary policy of the United States. Additionally, a NATO summit will take place, which may impact the geopolitical landscape. Furthermore, inflation data from China, Germany, and Russia is eagerly anticipated, as it could affect currency exchange rates and stock markets. On the corporate front, reports from giants such as PepsiCo, TCS, and Delta will be released, allowing investors to assess their financial health and formulate strategies for future investments. These events make the week rich in importance for both policymakers and investors worldwide.
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.