... Consequences for Startups The reduction in venture financing has led to numerous negative consequences: Increased Difficulty in Attracting Early Capital. Startups at the idea or early growth stage now have to compete for limited resources. Delayed Innovation Development. Without adequate funding, technology projects cannot enter the market or scale up. Decreased International Integration. Restrictions on foreign collaboration have left many companies without access to global partners and markets. Forecasts: ...

... funding round. This swift rise underscores a renewed interest from investors in financing within the fintech and corporate payments sectors. Revival of IPOs on the Horizon: The successful public offering of digital bank Chime and news that the design developer Figma has confidentially filed for an IPO signal the opening of a "window" for market exits. The confident debut of new tech stocks inspires other late-stage startups to consider IPOs in the latter half of the year. High Level of Financing ...

... Russia's transport infrastructure, allocating RUB 271.8 billion in 2023 to modernization and expansion of pipeline networks, export projects and environmental initiatives. The company aims to improve the reliability and safety of oil transportation by developing ports and introducing advanced digital technologies. These investments support the Russian economy and create long-term prospects for investors, strengthening the company's position as a reliable supplier of hydrocarbons on the global market....

... Washington may replace existing sanctions with new ones, utilizing various economic and political justifications. The issue of sanctions is particularly relevant for investors, as they have a significant impact on capital markets, trade, and the strategic development of specific sectors of the economy. Let's explore how the current situation may affect Russian businesses and investment opportunities. Historical Context of Sanction Pressure The sanctions policy against Russia began long before 2014. One ...

... before they go public. This approach attracts private investors because it promises high returns, especially if the company shows growth after the placement of shares. However, pre-IPO is a high-risk investment format. In Russia, this market is only developing, so it is important to understand its features, potential risks and ways to minimize them. In this article, we will consider the key risks, popular platforms and examples of successful pre-IPO projects. The risk of insufficient transparency ...