Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have gained momentum amid growing investor interest. The combination of strong corporate earnings from semiconductor leaders and rapid progress in artificial intelligence is fuelling demand for risk assets. In this context, shares of giants such as Micron Technology and AMD have risen, while cryptocurrency markets led by Bitcoin and Ether have shown positive dynamics. New investment opportunities are attracting both large institutional funds and retail investors in the CIS, shaping new portfolio strategies. In this article, we examine in detail how this synergy of technology and finance is impacting the market.
Recent changes in the fuel market are generating mixed emotions among motorists and experts. Despite record payments to oil companies from the budget, petrol prices continue to rise, creating tension at petrol stations across the country. The situation at the petrol stations is becoming increasingly critical, and many are questioning what the future holds for the fuel market. In our review, we will analyse the current circumstances, explore the reasons behind the price increases, and attempt to understand what steps are being taken to stabilise the market. We will also investigate how the present situation is affecting consumers and what authorities are doing to address the ongoing issues.
On Saturday, 17 October 2026, an important event marked the oil and gas sectors. The International Energy Agency (IEA) announced the release of diesel from strategic reserves to stabilise the market and meet short-term needs. This decision was a response to the growing uncertainty surrounding recent events in the Strait of Hormuz, where a series of attacks led to instability in oil supplies. Amidst these developments, oil prices closed the week above $105 per barrel. This IEA action underscores the seriousness of the situation and raises crucial questions about future energy security amid global changes. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this decision, analyse the current market situation, and assess potential developments in the oil and gas sector.
In this issue, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin explore AI startups: how to choose promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They discuss real-world examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.