... from the world's largest chip manufacturer has intensified concerns regarding the Asian technology sector. Following such a warning, Samsung's shares have been under pressure, and investors will be particularly attentive to any positive comments from other companies about the chip market. For example, Taiwanese TSMC reported better-than-expected results last week, growing revenue by ~18% QoQ, which provides hope for a gradual improvement in the semiconductor situation. Nevertheless, the overall Asian tech sector is currently facing challenging times. Chinese tech giants – Alibaba, Tencent, JD.com – will not release ...

... reaching self-sufficiency). If the plan is unrealistically optimistic (for example, expenses are underestimated or expected revenues are too high), this is a reason to be wary. Company valuation and deal terms. It is very important to understand at what ... ... it will be difficult for it to justify such a cost (which threatens to “dilute” the share in subsequent rounds). On the other hand, a too low valuation may indicate problems or a desperate situation for the founders. Compare the terms with similar ...

... revisited every year. Impact on Fuel and Oil Companies, Consumers Oil Companies and Refineries: For vertically integrated oil companies that own oil refineries, the current situation is twofold. On one hand, high retail and wholesale gasoline prices boost revenue in the short term. On the other hand, export restrictions and decreased dampener payments significantly impact refining profitability. According to official statistics, the cumulative profit of petroleum producers in Russia fell by more than 60% in the first months of 2025 compared ...

... general expectations and news related to geopolitics and corporate results. American Company Reports: The Trade Desk, Kenvue, and Others **The U.S. quarterly earnings season** is approaching its conclusion, and on Friday, a relatively small number of reports ... ... advertising market will publish its Q2 2025 results (the report is expected after the market closes). Investors will assess the revenue growth rates of Trade Desk against a backdrop of steady demand for online advertising and competition from major platforms ...

... fluctuations in the currency markets. For Russia, this could be an opportunity to strengthen its international economic ties and reduce dependence on the dollar in trade relations. A weakening US currency could also have a positive effect on Russian export revenues, especially in the commodity sector. Other countries, especially those that hold significant dollar reserves, could also feel the effects of Trump's new measures. For example, China, as one of the largest holders of US debt, may reconsider its policy if there is a risk of a sharp weakening ...