RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev on Markets Outlook

The transcript covers a discussion with Kirill Dmitriev, CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, about the Sputnik V vaccine's production, supply challenges, and efficacy. It highlights the vaccine's global distribution, WHO approval process, and its role in combating COVID-19. The conversation also touches on the global investment landscape, inflation, and geopolitical relations, particularly between the US and Russia.

What was the initial target for Sputnik V vaccine doses by the end of the year?

• 1 billion doses

• 800 million doses

• 500 million doses

• 600 million doses

What is the effectiveness of Sputnik Light as a standalone vaccine according to the Paraguay study?

• 93%

• 80%

• 85%

• 90%

What is the role of Sputnik Light in the vaccination strategy?

• Only a booster

• Only a standalone vaccine

• Neither a standalone vaccine nor a booster

• Both a standalone vaccine and a booster

How many countries have registered the Sputnik vaccine?

• 80 countries

• 70 countries

• 60 countries

• 50 countries

What is the main reason for the high inflation environment discussed in the investment landscape?

• Printing of new money

• Reduction in natural resources

• Increase in technology stocks

• Decrease in global demand

Which sector is expected to play a significant role in preserving wealth in a high inflation environment?

• Real estate

• Technology

• Public markets

• Healthcare

What is the primary focus of the RDF's investment strategy?

• Public markets

• Cryptocurrency

• Natural resources

• Private markets

What is the potential benefit of improved US-Russia relations according to the discussion?

• Higher tariffs

• Better economic ties

• More sanctions

• Increased political tensions

What is a significant risk factor mentioned in the context of global stability?

• Decreasing inflation

• Rising oil prices

• Stable energy prices

• Energy shocks

What is the proposed solution to avoid energy shocks?

• Reduction in energy consumption

• Transition to green energy

• Increase in energy prices

• Increase in fossil fuel usage