... the monetary policy course will be maintained. In the CIS markets, the key topic remains the recent sharp rate cut by the Bank of Russia and its implications for the ruble and local assets. Below is a detailed overview of key economic and financial news for July 27, 2025, prepared in a business style for investors. US Markets: Record Rally and Fed Decision Expectations The American stock market continues to show impressive growth. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices set new historical highs daily over the past week – a rare “perfect ...

... with management (if the company holds them for investors) provide an understanding of the plans and mood of the management. News agency reports on force majeure situations (from industrial accidents to lawsuits against the company) allow you to adjust ... ... environmental cataclysms), military conflicts, terrorist attacks, global epidemics. Such events often take both investors and businesses by surprise. It is difficult for fundamental analysis to accurately take into account the consequences in force majeure ...

... positive in the context of the global economy. Conversely, weak employment data could heighten concerns about an economic slowdown. Besides Canada , there are no significant macro reports scheduled for the U.S., Europe, or Asia on August 8 — the main business activity indices and inflation reports were already released earlier in the week. Therefore, the external macro environment for the markets is relatively calm today, and investor attention shifts towards political news and corporate stories. Nevertheless, any unexpected statements from central bank representatives or new data (for example, updates on U.S.-China trade negotiations) could alter the landscape. In conditions of macroeconomic quiet, mood factors and ...

... in trade negotiations. Investors from the CIS are particularly focused on the Central Bank of Russia's unexpected sharp cut in the key interest rate, as well as macroeconomic signals from Europe and China. Below is a detailed review of key economic news as of July 26, 2025, prepared in a business style for investors. US Markets: Record Indices and Fed Expectations The American stock market is demonstrating confident growth: the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices reached new historical peaks by the end of the week. On Thursday, the S&P 500 gained ...

... previously, the company confirmed it could manage rising costs, and the market responded positively. Should the report reveal that medical inflation is “eating” into profits more than expected, shares of HUM may decline. On the other hand, any positive news – such as an increase in covered individuals or efficiency of cost management programs – will bolster confidence that the business is resilient even in a challenging industry. Hershey (HSY) – a well-known producer of chocolate and snacks (Hershey's, Reese's, KitKat brands in the US, etc.). The company is regarded as a consumer defensive asset, but it surprised with a profit ...