... for long-term investments. 3. Alternative Investments Venture capital, private equity, and hedge funds are becoming attractive due to the unstable returns of traditional assets. Demand for infrastructure projects and energy companies related to the transition to clean energy continues to rise. 4. Technology Sector The technology sector remains a focal point due to advancements in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology. US and Chinese companies dominate the market, offering ...

... accompanied by disputes, conflicts, and gas wars. Although Ukraine formally ceased importing Russian gas in 2015, it continued to purchase Russian-origin gas via a scheme known as virtual reverse flow. Physical gas from Russia entered Ukraine through transit pipelines and remained within the country, but on paper, Kyiv was purchasing it from European firms. This arrangement persisted until January 1, 2025, when Russian gas transit through Ukraine ceased altogether. Now, Ukraine is compelled to purchase ...

... decisive factor in the long term. This opinion was shared on November 20 in an interview with Izvestia by Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of the OPEN OIL MARKET oil and raw materials marketplace. "In the long term, the key factor will be China's energy transition, which could lead to reduced demand in passenger ground transportation. The share of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in new passenger car sales in China has grown from 5.7% in 2020 to 38% in 2023. According to the International Energy ...

... increasing coal burning to avoid purchasing expensive gas. As a result, global coal consumption is currently holding steady. IEA analysts expect a gradual decline in global coal demand to begin in 2026—provided there is an acceleration of the energy transition and a shift in the Chinese economy towards gas and RES. In the meantime, the coal sector remains a crucial component of energy supply, achieving nearly record levels of electricity generation worldwide. Oil Products and Refining: Regional Contrasts ...

... oilseeds, forestry waste, municipal solid waste, and recycled oils. Domestic scientists are developing SAF technologies using oil-and-fat and lignocellulosic feedstocks. Additionally, peat, a renewable resource, could become a viable option. However, transitioning to biofuels involves high costs and requires substantial investment. Producing biofuels from crops like camelina, for instance, costs 2.5–3 times more than kerosene. Furthermore, only certified SAF can be used for refueling, and certification ...