... Disney. The American media giant will disclose quarterly financial results, with investors focusing on revenue and profits in its theme parks, film distribution, and streaming segments (including subscriber growth dynamics for online services). Uber Technologies. The world's largest ride-hailing and food delivery service will publish a report assessing whether high demand for rides and delivery persists in the post-pandemic period. Airbnb. The popular short-term rental platform will report its performance amid the active summer travel season – this will indicate how much travel and rental demand has grown....

... product lines. Competition compels traditional players to lower fees and seek new strategies. There is a trend toward converting classic mutual funds into ETF equivalents to offer a more liquid and cost-effective format. Additionally, during periods of high rates, money market funds are again becoming attractive, providing deposit-like returns with minimal risk for conservative investors. New Products, Technologies, and Sustainable Investing The collective investment industry is actively embracing innovation. Modern technologies simplify access to funds: through online platforms and mobile applications, investors can initiate investments in selected ...

... destructive impact. We analyze examples of successful fight against corruption in different countries, highlight key strategies and technologies that can reduce the level of abuse, and discuss the role that government, business and civil society can play. ... ... amount could be used to solve global problems such as hunger or climate change. In some countries, the level of corruption is so high that it actually becomes the norm for doing business and public administration. This creates a vicious circle, where corruption ...

... marking the highest level in recent years. In several Asian countries (China, India, Vietnam, etc.), demand for coal also remains high due to rapid economic growth and the need to reliably meet peak consumption periods. These facts underscore that the energy ... ... squeezed due to sanctions and domestic market subsidization. On the other hand, the shift towards renewable energy sources and new technologies creates promising niches for investment—from renewable generation to energy storage infrastructure and efficiency ...

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