Category: Analysis

Rare earth elements have become the strategic resource of the 21st century. How China monopolized the REE market, why the U.S. is searching for alternatives, and what prospects Russia has with its vast rare earth reserves.

An analysis of the situation in Russia's 321 company towns: why 92% are losing population, how the government is investing 234 billion rubles in their development, and what strategies experts propose for transitioning from single-industry dependency to a sustainable economy.

The EU is planning a ban on Russian nuclear fuel imports, but the transition will take 10 years and cost €4-6 billion. We examine Europe's technological dependence on Russian uranium and the consequences for energy prices.

Analysis of the 2026 budget draft: how reducing the deficit from 2.6% to 1.6% of GDP and stabilizing borrowing creates conditions for lowering the key rate and economic growth while maintaining low public debt.

How 'Erdoganomics' and dependence on energy imports drove Turkey to 85% inflation. An analysis of the crisis's causes, Central Bank actions, and prospects for economic stabilization.

How patent protection impacts drug availability in Russia. An analysis of disputes surrounding Xarelto, Tagrisso, and Ozempic. Compulsory licenses, evergreening patents, and strategies of Russian pharmaceutical companies.

China has responded to US actions by introducing a port fee of 400 yuan per ton. We examine how this new measure will affect logistics, consumer prices, and global supply chains.

Russia's non-alcoholic wine market is growing 60% annually, but high production costs and legislative barriers hinder development. Experts weigh in on technology, pricing, and the future of alcohol-free beverages.

The Finance Ministry is proposing to reduce the VAT-exempt simplified tax system threshold from 60 to 10 million rubles. We examine who will be affected by these changes, how to combat business fragmentation, and what alternatives entrepreneurs have.

The Moscow–St. Petersburg high-speed rail line: 2.4 trillion rubles in investment, speeds of 350+ km/h, launch in 2028. Analysis of technological challenges, passenger traffic forecasts, and expert opinions on project feasibility.

Why the price of concrete isn't just rubles per cubic meter, but a risk management tool. We examine how formulation, logistics, and technology affect timelines, margins, and the lifecycle costs of construction projects.

Why gold has reached record prices: central bank purchases, Russian production, consumer demand, and expert forecasts. Analysis of overheating risks and prospects for growth to $5,000 per ounce.