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Where is it Easiest to Create a "Unicorn" Company in 2025

... years. Following are major European and other innovative economies: the United Kingdom (104 unicorns), France (34), and Germany (29). In addition to these leading nations, the top 20 countries by number of billion-dollar startups include: Israel (24), Brazil (24), Canada (20), South Korea (16), Argentina (14), and Singapore (14). Rounding out the top 20 are Japan (12 unicorns), Finland (9), Indonesia (9), and several countries with 8 unicorns each: Australia, Mexico, Poland, Saudi Arabia, and Sweden....

The global demand for diesel is decreasing: how will this affect Russia?

... Refineries and Competition China is not a major buyer of Russian diesel, as it predominantly produces its own supplies. However, a decrease in China’s diesel consumption could still impact global demand. Additionally, key Russian diesel markets—such as Brazil and India—are developing alternative import options. New refineries coming online this year include the Dangote plant in Nigeria (650,000 bpd), Dos Bocas in Mexico (340,000 bpd), Al Zour in Kuwait (615,000 bpd), and Duqm in Oman (230,000 bpd),...

Economic Events and Company Earnings – Thursday, July 31, 2025: U.S. Inflation, Central Bank Rates, Reports from Apple and Amazon

... it is the last day of the month, increased volatility is possible due to window dressing —fund managers may embellish their portfolios, leading to unexpected market movements. Macroeconomic Events: Rates, Inflation, and PMI Central Bank Decisions Brazil (00:30 MSK): The Central Bank of Brazil will announce its interest rate decision on the night of Thursday. A hold on the key interest rate at 15%, a record high for the last two decades, is expected. Inflation in Brazil has dropped to around 5%,...

Thursday, December 5, 2024: Analysis of Key Events and Reports

... Eurozone - Producer Price Index (PPI) for October The PPI indicates inflationary pressures in the manufacturing sector. An increase in this index may heighten expectations for further rate hikes by the ECB, potentially strengthening the euro. 16:00 MSK: Brazil - Services and Composite PMI for November The indicators will provide insight into Brazil's economic condition. Strong data will increase interest in emerging market assets, including Russia. 16:30 MSK: Speech by ECB President Lagarde Markets will ...

OPEC+ vs Trump: Why Oil Prices Aren't Dropping and What Threats Against Russia Have to Do With It

... increasing production with the aim of reclaiming market share, which before the cuts in late 2020 was about 50% and has now dropped below 45%,” Skryabin clarified. Production has also been increased by countries outside OPEC+, particularly the U.S. and Brazil. In 2024, U.S. crude oil production increased by 270,000 bpd (+2%) on an annual basis to an average of 13.2 million bpd. Brazil elevated its output by 14% over five years to 3.358 million bpd. How Will Buyers of Russian Oil React? According to ...