Economy. Investments. IPO
In recent weeks, cryptocurrencies and traditional financial instruments (TradFi) have been gaining momentum amid rising investor interest. A combination of strong corporate earnings from semiconductor sector leaders and rapid advances in artificial intelligence is fuelling appetite for risk assets. In this context, we see a rise in stocks of giants like Micron Technology and AMD, as well as positive dynamics in cryptocurrency markets led by Bitcoin and Ether. New investment opportunities are attracting both large institutional funds and retail investors in Nigeria, shaping new portfolio strategies. In this article, we take a detailed look at how this synergy of technology and finance is impacting the market.
Fuel price increases and accessibility are becoming increasingly pressing issues for businesses and the population. The phrase "Fuel hits the barrier" captures the situation where high prices and fuel shortages create serious obstacles for enterprise development and operations. Let's delve into what this expression signifies and how to tackle these challenges.
The fuel and energy complex (FEC) enters the first week of August 2026 in a state of heightened turbulence. Brent crude oil concluded July with the strongest monthly gain since March, with quotes stabilizing at $90 per barrel amidst the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Middle Eastern conflict. The OPEC+ alliance agreed on final production quota increases starting September during a meeting on August 2, after which a pause is expected. The European gas market remains a focal point of tension: underground storage levels are at a five-year low, and gas prices surged by over 50% in July. Meanwhile, Russia has extended its ban on gasoline exports until the end of January 2027, as the government struggles with a fuel crisis in the domestic market. Below is a detailed overview of key events in the commodity and energy sector for investors and participants in the FEC market, as well as oil, gas, and fuel companies.
In this episode, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Mikhail Dubnov, partner at Brio Capital, analyse what really happens to a company when big money comes in. We discuss why the scaling stage is a completely different game from starting from scratch, and how the founder's life, management, analytics, and team change after the deal.
In this edition, Sergey Tereshkin and investor Andrey Rezinkin discuss AI startups: how to choose promising projects and profit from investments in AI. They analyze real examples such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, voice recognition, and DepTech, as well as trends like AGI and lifestyle AI applications.