... momentum. The focus now shifts to key economic events—fresh inflation data from several countries, trade news (including the implementation of new tariffs by the U.S.), and the Bank of England's interest rate decision—as well as the ongoing corporate earnings season in the U.S., Europe, and Russia. These statistical releases and reports from major companies will help determine market sentiment and adjust forecasts for stock performance. Below is a detailed overview of each day of the week (Monday to Friday) ...

... increases during this period are not only observed in escort services but also in other segments such as transportation and delivery. These changes should be taken into account when planning holiday budgets and analyzing consumer behavior during the festive season. 2024 Year-End Summary in the Escort Industry The escort industry in 2024 demonstrated significant changes and key trends: 1. Migration of Specialists Mass exodus of women to visa-free countries—Dubai, Thailand, Turkey. Earnings per hour: from $1,500 (165,748 rubles). Maximum in the home country: $1,000 (110,498 rubles). Decline of interest in Europe due to competition with Ukrainian professionals. 2. Price Increase in Russia Services rose by 10-15%, following the increase ...

... surprise (such as an unexpectedly “hawkish” tone from the Fed hinting at further rate hikes, or disappointment from the reports of Meta and Microsoft) is fraught with volatility spikes and quick profit-taking. Overall, in the early weeks of the earnings season, most companies have exceeded analysts' earnings forecasts, supporting a positive backdrop. If current events confirm this trend, the mood will remain buoyant. Investment strategies among participants currently balance between the fear of missing ...

... into inflationary pressures and labor market resilience, factors that are central to Federal Reserve decisions. The energy sector will remain in focus, with EIA natural gas inventory data impacting pricing dynamics in Europe and the U.S. during peak seasonal demand. Meanwhile, corporate earnings from Broadcom, Costco, and RH will provide valuable signals about the performance of the technology and retail sectors. At Open Oil Market, we continue to monitor these developments closely to help our clients navigate the complexities of today’s ...

... time to prepare for more eventful days ahead in the week. Corporate Earnings: Before Market Open: No significant reports are expected. After Market Close: Welltower, Waste Management, Cadence Design Systems (CDNS). These companies will kick off the earnings season for the week – investors will evaluate Waste Management's and Cadence's results as indicators of business activity and technological demand at the outset of the week. Commentary: Monday begins quietly: the absence of major statistical releases ...