On July 27, 2025, the energy sector faces a myriad of challenges and opportunities. Recent days have seen a notable change in oil prices, which have risen amidst instability in the global economy. Gasoline exports are also showing positive momentum, benefiting refineries. Special attention is drawn to gas reserves, which remain at a high level, but the threat of reduced electricity consumption raises concerns about the future. This article will explore current trends in the energy sector and their impact on ...

The latest EIA report showed rising U.S. oil inventories, creating interesting opportunities for buyers and raising questions for investors. How will this affect prices and purchasing strategies? In this article, I analyze the key indicators of the report, the impact of excess supply on the ...

... Administrative steps are likely to prevent fuel price hikes in August–September. However, if the ban is lifted in the fall, a new surge in prices cannot be ruled out if the root causes of the crisis—low gasoline stocks and maintenance downtimes at refineries—are not addressed. The government will have to balance the need to maintain prices in the domestic market with creating incentives for oil producers to prevent fuel shortages during the harvest period and the onset of the autumn season. Coal Sector: Record Production Amid Modest Demand The global coal sector is reaching a new production peak in 2025, even as consumption growth slows....

... crisis are a combination of high seasonal demand and limited supply. Demand for fuel surged from the agricultural sector (harvesting campaign) and the tourism industry during summer, while supply decreased due to scheduled maintenance work at several oil refineries ( refineries ) in June and July. The situation was further exacerbated by the behavior of certain large producers: as established by the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS), some oil companies significantly reduced fuel sales on the exchange ...

... rubles per ton). The rise in excise taxes will contribute to higher costs for oil companies, which have already faced additional expenses this year. This is indirectly confirmed by data from Rosstat, which shows that the profit-and-loss balance of oil refineries decreased by 29.4% in the first seven months of 2024, amounting to 1,563 billion rubles. To minimize the risk of price increases in this situation, it is essential to reduce the expenses of oil companies. This includes, in particular, lowering ...