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Presenters

Victor (Vitya)
Sergey (Sasha)
Mention of Alexander Sayganov (past broadcast participant)
Ivan Belov (bond subscription broadcasts)

Key Topics Covered

1. Invest Heroes Telegram Mini-App Launch

A new Telegram Mini-App for subscription clients was introduced, requiring no download from App Store or Google Play.

Features include:

Market overview: indices, leaders in growth and decline
Analyst comments (free and paid), tagged and timestamped
Full access to company reports, industry analyses, monthly reports
Primary bond placement reports and analytics
Real-time transaction feeds for all strategies (buy/sell)
Detailed strategy portfolios with positions, transaction history, and performance metrics
Sections for bond selections, target prices, dividend returns, multipliers
Company financial forecasts, investment theses, and transaction histories

Clients are invited to provide feedback; continuous updates are planned.

2. Upcoming Training Course on Promotions (Q1 2026)

A 5-week practical course covering:

When and how to buy stocks
Top-down industry and company selection methodology
Use of fundamental analytics beyond simple buy signals
Portfolio management: volatility, liquidity, position sizing
Market structure understanding: role of individuals, funds, indices

The course is free for current subscribers and not available externally.

3. New Year Subscription Promotion

Discounts on subscriptions for 5 days
Lottery for 40 subscribers to win 1–3 months of free subscription
Price indexing planned for 2026 due to inflation and VAT increases

Market Outlook and Analysis for 2026

Bonds

Key Trends:

Continuation of the Central Bank of Russia’s rate cut cycle → bond prices expected to rise gradually
Bonds could be the top-performing asset class under current geopolitical status quo
Rising credit risks highlighted by:
- Monopoly company default on 260 million rubles despite 50 billion ruble turnover
- Ural Steel coupon payment confirmed but principal repayment uncertain → risk of technical default
Credit risk will weigh heavily on bond markets in early 2026

Risk Management:

Focus on high-quality issuers with WA rating or better
Consider reducing exposure to risky bonds during turbulence
Monitor bondholder chats and market sentiment for issuer-specific news
Investment horizon is critical: longer-term holders may wait out credit risk; short-term holders advised to prefer quality

Practical Strategy:

Hold reliable ruble bonds and floaters with good credit
Build currency ladders for foreign currency bonds considering ruble exchange rate fluctuations
OFZs (Russian Federal Bonds) currently attractive with yields around 14.5%–16% on long maturities
Expect potential bond price rallies during January holidays following positive news (e.g., Ural Steel repayment)

Refinancing Risk:

Large volumes of bond refinancing expected in 2026, increasing competition for investor funds
Banks will play a key role in refinancing; issuer-bank relationships critical
Hidden restructurings may appear, increasing market caution

Stocks

Portfolio Construction: Two main portfolio approaches:

Economic Downturn Portfolio:
- Defensive stocks in stable sectors with steady demand (telecom, grocery retail)
- Expected to outperform or maintain value during economic decline
- Banks are mixed: strong banks (Sberbank) can handle credit risks; weaker banks (e.g., Uralsib, Sovcombank) show deteriorating results
Political Scenario Portfolio:
- If peace/de-escalation occurs, focus on sectors benefiting from US-Russia deals:
  - Oil & Gas, Arctic development, infrastructure, Northern Sea Route, tankers, icebreakers
- Potential for 20–40% gains in first months of peace scenario

Risks:

Dividend cancellations possible amid economic stress
Budgetary risks and tax changes likely in second half of the year
Ruble strength could negatively impact exporters and OFZ market

Stock Picks and Sectors:

Dividend stocks like Transneft, Sberbank favored for reliability
Metallurgists and exporters as riskier bets tied to geopolitical outcomes
Softline identified as a buy with slow but steady growth potential
IT sector stocks may lag initially but have upside in a risk-on environment
Avoid developers and leasing companies (except some like Europlan, recently acquired by Alfa Bank)
Caution on companies like Delimobil due to operational and credit risks

Commodities

Precious Metals (Gold, Silver):

Strong demand and structural deficits (e.g., in silver, aluminum)
Supported by global QE and soft credit conditions
Seen as part of a broader inflation-hedge and risk asset rally

Oil:

Bear market with volatile short squeezes due to geopolitical events (e.g., Venezuela attacks)
Expected to rise next year as OPEC and market balance improve

Macro Context:

US expected to enter a second wave of inflation driven by fiscal stimulus, labor market tightening, and monetary easing
Inflation surge likely within a year, leading to eventual rate hikes
Global debt issues (Japan, US, France) will keep markets volatile with cyclical rate adjustments

Macroeconomic & Monetary Policy Views

Central Bank of Russia remains conservative; rate cuts expected but gradual
Key rate needs to fall below ~13–14% to stimulate stock market growth
Ruble exchange rate managed with a floating regime; Bank of Russia reluctant to intervene heavily
Strong ruble poses challenges for exporters and OFZ market
Inflation risk exists; floating rate bonds and money market funds recommended for protection
Global rate environment unstable due to debt burdens; bonds with fixed yields may underperform inflation

Risk Management & Investment Methodology

Emphasize quality and understanding issuer creditworthiness
Use ratings as a starting point but perform own fundamental and industry analysis
Diversify between defensive and opportunistic portfolios depending on geopolitical outlook
For foreign currency bonds, manage currency risk via laddering and timing
Avoid chasing high yields in risky bonds without clear risk justification
Use fundamental analysis to assess companies’ ability to service debt and generate cash flow
Be cautious with short-term holdings in risky bonds; prefer longer-term if confident in issuer
Consider floating rate instruments to hedge inflation risk
Monitor macroeconomic indicators, central bank actions, and geopolitical developments continuously

Performance Metrics & Examples

OFZ yields around 14.5%–16% on long maturities (vs. 12.5% two years ago)
Delimobil bond (maturing May 2026) rebounding after price fall; held to maturity
Dividend yields in banks and some exporters remain attractive but with caution
Some metallurgists and exporters can yield 20–40% upside in positive scenarios
Softline stock expected to grow steadily with a potential 70% upside over 2 years
Norilsk Nickel and Rusal noted for potential large gains if sanctions lifted

Disclaimers

No direct investment recommendations; all mentions are examples or personal opinions.

Emphasis on individual risk assessment and understanding before investing.

Market conditions are volatile and influenced by unpredictable geopolitical events.

Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Summary

Invest Heroes presents a comprehensive year-end review and outlook for 2026 focusing on Russian markets with detailed analysis of bonds, stocks, commodities, and macroeconomic factors. They emphasize quality and risk management in bond investing amid rising credit risks and a continuing rate cut cycle. For stocks, they recommend defensive portfolios under economic stress and opportunistic plays if geopolitical conditions improve. Commodities, especially precious metals, remain a strong theme supported by global monetary easing. The launch of a new Telegram Mini-App and upcoming educational courses aim to enhance client engagement and investment competence.

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Новогодний эфир по рынку c управляющими Invest Heroes

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