Column by Sergey Tereshkin for the publication Oil and Capital. Recently, an article was published on sergeytereshkin.ru discussing the rapid growth of revenues from MET (Mineral Extraction Tax) in Russia during the first half of 2024, which increased 2.5 times. The article examines the reasons behind this growth, its impact on the national economy, and potential prospects for businesses and investors. Discover how this shift in tax policy could affect the fuel sector and what opportunities it presents...

... Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System" was published under the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto, outlining the principles of a decentralized digital currency. On January 3, 2009, the first block in the Bitcoin network, known as the "genesis block," was mined, marking the launch of a new financial system. The Evolution of Bitcoin's Price Over the Years 2009-2010: In its early years, Bitcoin had no market value. The first known transaction using Bitcoin occurred in May 2010 when programmer Laszlo Hanyecz ...

The RTS Index (RTSI) is one of the main indicators of the Russian stock market, calculated in US dollars. In this article, you will learn how the index is formed, how it differs from the Moscow Exchange Index, and why it is so important for foreign investors. We will analyze its impact on investment strategies and consider a real example of index changes during economic crises. The RTS Index (RTSI) is one of the key Russian stock indices, which reflects the dynamics of stock prices of the largest...

In September 2024, Russian diamond imports to India fell by almost 25 times, causing concern among investors and analysts. The article examines the reasons for this sharp decline, its impact on the Russian economy and ALROSA, and the possible consequences for investors. Sharp Decline in Russian Diamond Imports to India: Causes, Effects on Russia, and Prospects for Investors In September 2024, India's imports of Russian diamonds plummeted nearly 25 times compared to the same period last year, totaling...

... structure as a potential hedge against inflation and devaluation: “Bitcoin is often referred to as a safeguard against inflation because it will never exceed the 21 million coins available.” As the issuance limit approaches, the rate at which BTC is mined decreases, causing its supply to grow ever more slowly – a fundamental difference from the money printing policies of central banks, which can be “turned on” at will by authorities. This supports the perception of cryptocurrency as “digital ...