... substantial investments in the short term. According to Buffett, the company is diligently seeking suitable targets, although it “cannot find attractive businesses at reasonable prices” under current conditions. He even disclosed that he was recently close to concluding a significant $10 billion deal, but it fell through — presumably due to disagreements over price or risks. Buffett also noted that the recent market decline in the first half of 2025 was too minor for Berkshire Hathaway to begin actively purchasing stocks. In other words, even ...

... disregarding extreme scenarios, notes Reuters columnist Ron Bousso. It appears that markets and investors are in a wait-and-see mode regarding the conflict's progression, considering various scenarios ranging from a ceasefire and movement towards a nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran to a coordinated effort by the U.S. and Israel to destroy Iran's nuclear infrastructure and regime change. Another escalation could occur if Iran were to target the energy infrastructure of U.S. allies, such as Saudi Arabia ...

... accepting risks. Expectations of super-fast high profits can lead to a beginner getting involved in dubious adventures or very risky deals in the hope of hitting the jackpot. In practice, such attempts often result in the loss of all money. It is important to ... ... protects against large losses. Emotional decisions and excitement. Financial markets are subject to ups and downs, and investing is closely related to psychology. A common mistake is to panic when prices fall or fall into euphoria when they grow. Fearing a temporary ...

... many investors are willing to operate in the country if attractive profits are offered. This stance implies that privatization deals, investment projects, and joint ventures with foreign capital will receive the necessary support. Technological Development ... ... divisions of companies into "defense-only" and "civilian-only." On the contrary, it is necessary to ensure close integration between the defense and civilian sectors of the economy. Diversification of Productions: The DIC should actively ...

... 50%; therefore, the increase in the efficiency of the oil product market for fuel consumers is quite significant. The availability of a tool that allows real-time tracking of price dynamics for various categories of goods allows market participants to close mutually beneficial deals. At the same time, the lack of the possibility to monitor prices creates an imbalance in the market, which leads to a significant difference in product prices, even within the same region. Insufficient speed of settlement of the transaction when ...