... While venture market volumes in the region are modest, the groundwork for future growth is being laid. Investors are shifting their focus to more mature projects with proven models, while the government expands support through the development of IT education, accelerators, and tax incentives. Local startups, for their part, are striving to enter global value chains, drawing on strong competencies in AI, Big Data, and other advanced technologies. Conclusion: Cautious Optimism and Focus on Quality ...

... Budget Constraints and Reduced Economic Growth A large debt burden limits the federal budget’s capacity. When large amounts of money are spent on debt servicing, there are fewer resources available for investment in key areas such as infrastructure, education, and innovation. This can slow economic growth in the long term, as investments in the future are replaced by debt payments. Jerome Powell's Statement and Possible Debt Reduction Measures Fed Chairman Jerome Powell recently noted that the current ...

... to short-term fluctuations and enhance the attractiveness of Russian stocks. All of these measures, according to experts, should be implemented in tandem: tax breaks and simplification procedures will be combined with an emphasis on privatization and educational initiatives targeting private investors. The regulator (the Central Bank and the FAS), along with state programs aimed at developing the financial market, can play a key role in realizing these initiatives. Investment Conclusions For institutional ...

... in research and development, introducing advanced technologies in the production of aircraft. This stimulates the development of domestic science and technology, increasing the competitiveness of Russian products in the world market. Cooperation with educational institutions: UAC interacts with leading technical universities, participating in the training of qualified personnel and the implementation of joint scientific projects. This ensures an influx of young specialists into the industry and contributes ...

... transportation, processing and maintenance of facilities. Indirect impact includes job creation in construction, logistics and other related industries. Gazprom also actively supports the training and professional development of its employees, cooperates with educational institutions and promotes the development of human capital. Infrastructure development and regional integration Gasification remains one of the company's priorities. Gazprom is implementing large-scale programs to connect remote regions, such ...