Venezuela Proposes Economic Freedom Zone at the UN
Venezuela Pushes Economic Freedom Zone at the United Nations During a meeting with Venezuela’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations,…
EBRD update: Russia’s growth trajectory and risks
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has adjusted its projection for Russia’s 2024 GDP growth, lifting it from 1…
OpenAI Leadership Changes and AI Industry Trends
OpenAI has announced a significant leadership shift as Ilya Sutskever, the scientific director and a co-founder, steps away from the…
Raiffeisen Bank International Faces US Treasury Warning Over Russia Activities
Raiffeisen Bank International faced a clear warning from the U.S. Treasury, signaling potential limits on its access to the American financial…
Mortgage Rates and Family Access: Expert Insights and Policy Implications
In a recent interview, the economist highlighted a stark scenario: if mortgage rates were to rise to 12 percent, young families would face…
May trading round reveals ruble dynamics against majors
On the Moscow Stock Exchange, the dollar exchange rate dipped below 91 rubles on May 15, marking its lowest level since May 7. This trend is…
DOE to Buy $3.4B Uranium Domestically, Ties to Russia Import Ban
The United States Department of Energy has announced a major procurement move, planning to secure uranium from domestic suppliers with a…
Ruble Share Surges in Russia’s Trade in March 2024
In March 2024, the ruble showed unprecedented strength in Russia’s international trade, commanding a substantial share of both exports and…
Mishustin Pushes for Faster Russia-Turkmenistan Trade Growth
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has pointed out that growth in trade between Russia and Turkmenistan is not expanding at a pace that…
Ukraine Sugar Exports to EU: Ukrtsukor Pushes for Export Suspension and Quota Clarity
Ukraine’s Sugar Sector Faces EU Export Scrutiny and Quota Controversy The association of Ukrainian sugar producers, Ukrtsukor, also known as…