VK's stock rose by 45% within a few days. The growth began after the publication of the financial statements for the nine months of 2026, in which the company reported an increase in revenues and a decrease in net debt, and also revealed for the first time the financial performance of Max Shalikh. From October 29 to November 2, VK shares rose by more than 45%, Forbes writes. In one day on November 2, they added 25%, and the Moscow Stock Exchange had to launch a special trading mode because of a sharp jump in rates. However, analysts believe that the sharp increase in shares is not explained by the financial results and is mainly speculative. On the morning of November 3, the price of VK shares began to decline.