About

Reading the Russian financial news so you don’t have to. This is where Siberian Alpha begins.

Hello!

I am Alexey Kharchenko from Moscow. I’m the founder of Siberian Alpha, and I help serious investors decode the Russian stock market. If you’re looking for real, data-driven insights — not mainstream news — you’re in the right place.

My story

My journey into the Russian market started back in 2007 with mutual funds, which gave me my first exposure to the local equity universe. By 2010, I was actively trading U.S. stocks, which taught me to analyze companies through a global, developed-market lens.

The pivotal shift came in 2015, when I exited funds entirely and began directly investing in Russian equities. This deep, hands-on experience — from navigating corporate disclosures to understanding local market dynamics — gave me an insider’s perspective that few international investors possess.

The “Aha!” Moment!

In 2022, the Russian market became, in my view, severely undervalued — creating a generational opportunity for those who could cut through the noise. But I also realized that high-quality, in-depth analysis of Russian equities in English was almost impossible to find. The coverage was either superficial or missing the local nuance entirely. I knew I could bridge that gap — and Siberian Alpha was born.

Why Siberian Alpha?

Siberian Alpha is my independent platform to provide the research I wished I had when I started. It’s about bringing Wall Street-level rigor to Moscow Exchange opportunities. No hype, no speculation — just clear, actionable analysis.

Who This Is For

This is for professional and serious individual investors, fund managers, and analysts who are looking for an edge in Russian markets. If you’re seeking to understand the real risks and uncover the hidden value in Russian equities, Siberian Alpha is for you. It’s probably not for day traders or those looking for get-rich-quick tips.

What You’ll Get

When you join Siberian Alpha, you’ll gain access to:

  • Free Insights: Regular articles and guides to get you started.
  • Premium Deep Dives: In-depth company reports and financial models for paying subscribers.
  • The ‘Lost in Translation’ Series: Decoding crucial Russian-language news and insider chatter for an English-speaking audience.

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