... opportunities to finance priority technologies and nurture its own unicorns. In July 2025, Russian authorities partially lifted restrictions for foreign investors—allowing them once again to purchase shares in Russian companies and freely withdraw invested capital. This decision is aimed at revitalizing the influx of international capital into the economy and venture sector, despite the challenging geopolitical situation. Although the scale of the venture market in the CIS is still modest compared to the ...

... these stocks is minimal compared to market averages, making them very attractive to a variety of speculators. Defensive stocks are primarily available on foreign stock markets and are virtually non-existent in Russia. Income Stocks For those looking to invest capital for the long term, income securities are a fitting choice. These are shares of companies that regularly pay dividends to investors. The payback period for these investments can extend to decades, yielding investors no more than 10% annually, and ...

... that investors face when making direct investments in another country's economy. Shareholders encounter these challenges to varying degrees. When forming a portfolio, an entrepreneur earns rights to profits arising in the following reporting period. Capital is invested in the securities of companies registered and operating within another country. In this case, the investor cannot form a portfolio of shares, nor does he become a purchaser of eurobonds or join a financial organization. In portfolio investing,...

... assets; construction; equipment; repairs. Investments are also made in research, innovative developments, licenses and patents, employee training, etc. Such investments typically yield a return only after several years and require substantial amounts of capital. Financial investments generally have a shorter payback period, rarely exceeding 12 months. This particularly applies to the stock market, currency, and other operations. Investors can utilize specialized platforms for their investments. Funds can also be invested ...

... Products and Technologies. The launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) based on Bitcoin and Ethereum, improvements in blockchain protocols, and the development of DeFi expand opportunities for market participants and attract new investors. Institutional Investments and New Financial Products The influx of institutional capital deserves special attention. In recent months, the market has seen the entry of major players—from hedge funds to corporate treasuries. The emergence of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Bitcoin and Ethereum has provided traditional investors ...