... easing to ensure that a weakening ruble does not spike inflation. Following a brief drop, the stock index quickly recovered, and bond yields had already accounted for the rate decrease. The initiated easing cycle generally creates favorable conditions in financial markets. Lending and Mortgages An extended period of high borrowing costs has significantly stalled loan growth in Russia, a fact acknowledged by the Central Bank in its forecasts. Hence, the expected growth in retail lending for 2025 has been reduced to only 1–4% (previously estimated at 1–6%). This means that the retail credit portfolio is unlikely to increase in real terms: citizens are hesitant to incur new debt ...

... revenue sales volumes and the dynamics of the ruble exchange rate. Expectations for the upcoming meeting of the U.S. Federal Reserve ( Fed ) later in the week, shaping forecasts on interest rates and inflation. Global Markets: Investor Expectations and Forecasts As the new week begins, global financial markets exhibit cautious optimism. Investors are assessing prospects and adjusting strategies in anticipation of a series of important events that could significantly influence trading dynamics. The focus is on the situation in raw material ...

... valuations of its technology investments. SoftBank shares gained double-digit 11%, reflecting a renewed market faith in Masayoshi Son’s strategy after several loss-making periods. Sony Corporation (Japan): The electronics and media giant improved its financial year forecast, considering successful sales of its gaming division and smartphone camera sensors. Quarterly profits exceeded expectations, and Sony's shares rose by more than 6%, reaching multi-year highs. Toyota Motor (Japan): The world’s largest automaker ...

... watched by the professional community in the upcoming month, and its price in May will serve as an indicator of how successfully the cryptocurrency market has navigated the phase of regulatory transformation and entered a new growth stage. Note: This forecast does not constitute financial advice. Investors should conduct their own analyses (DYOR – do your own research) and consider their risk tolerance when making decisions. Any mentioned price levels and scenarios are hypothetical. Nonetheless, the provided analytical assessment ...

... advantages, capital inflow may shift, adversely impacting ADA's prospects. Unforeseen Events: The crypto market is sensitive to news. An unexpected event – whether a major DeFi protocol hack on Cardano, lawsuits against associated companies, or global financial shocks – could instantly alter price dynamics. Given all the above, investors should exercise caution. The forecast for May 2025, even based on comprehensive analysis, does not guarantee accurate outcomes. High volatility means that the actual ADA/BTC rate may deviate from expectations in either direction. It is advisable to regularly stay updated on news,...