... strategy development. We analyze real cases, including index fluctuations during periods of crises and economic recovery. MOEX Index (IMOEX): What is it? The Moscow Exchange Index (IMOEX) is a fundamental indicator that reflects the dynamics of the stock prices of the 50 largest and most liquid companies traded on the Moscow Exchange. It represents a free-float weighted average of the prices of these stocks. IMOEX is a key indicator of the state of the Russian stock market and serves as an important tool ...

... passive income. The value of securities in the market constantly changes due to various reasons. Understanding the nuances of price formation enables investors to analyze data and make informed decisions about buying or selling an asset. What influences stock prices? To provide insights into this and other investment-related questions, Sergey Tereshkin, the founder of OILResurs, offers his expertise. For more current information about the entrepreneur and the specifics of his activities, you can visit his ...

The government only managed to announce the possible lifting of the ban on gasoline exports from Russia, and within ten days, the stock prices of AI-92 rose by almost 5%, and AI-95 by 7%. Naturally, concerns arose that the resumption of gasoline exports would accelerate its price increase, including at the retail level, where prices continue to rise this year, despite the traditions, ...

... profits back into the business, leaving shareholders without distributions. For investors focused on generating dividend income, such a decision can be quite disappointing. First, it means they miss out on anticipated investment income. Second, the stock price may not rise, as part of the company's appeal for investors was precisely the dividend payout. Consequently, the investor’s yield and associated risk may become unbalanced: expected returns decline, while market risks (stock price fluctuations) ...

... a Call option with a premium of $200. If the asset price falls below the strike price, the maximum loss will be only this premium - $200. Put option example: A trader who owns shares buys a Put option to protect against a fall in their value. If the stock price declines, the loss will be offset by the gain from the option, and the premium will be the only cost. Importance for hedging: Options are widely used in corporate finance to protect against market risks, such as changes in commodity prices, foreign ...