... Moderate Prices Coal continues to play a notable role in the energy balance of many countries, despite the global push for decarbonization. According to the International Energy Agency’s forecasts, global coal consumption in 2025 will remain near record levels and may even set a new high. Global production is expected to reach around 9.2 billion tonnes, primarily due to increased coal use in Asia. In countries like India and Southeast Asian nations, coal-fired power generation continues to rise to meet rapidly increasing demand. ...

... High Demand and Stable Prices Despite the global focus on decarbonization, coal remains a significant player in the energy balance of many countries. The International Energy Agency forecasts that global coal demand in 2025 will remain near historical highs and may even hit a new record. World coal production is expected to reach ~9.2 billion tons this year – largely supported by rising consumption in Asia. In India and several Southeast Asian countries, coal-fired power generation continues to expand to meet the growing demand ...

... cryptocurrency market has reached a historic milestone: the total capitalization of all crypto assets has exceeded $4 trillion . Riding on this wave of growth, the market leader Bitcoin (BTC) on August 11 surged to $122,000 , coming close to its all-time high recorded on July 14. Ethereum (ETH) is also showing robust growth, exceeding the $4,300 mark for the first time in 2025. These impressive figures reflect heightened investor interest in the cryptocurrency market and the solidification of digital currencies ...

... gas prices in Europe from 2025 to 2026 will remain above $400 per 1,000 cubic meters due to structural market factors—this is noticeably higher than the historical norm, although significantly lower than the peaks of the crisis period. Overall, the record high levels of storage reduce the likelihood of sharp price fluctuations this winter, which is positively perceived by investors and industrial gas consumers. Meanwhile, market participants are closely monitoring the EU's further steps to enhance energy ...

... ceased to rise. As of July 25, the price of AI-92 gasoline decreased by approximately 1.5% (to ~65,300 rubles/ton), and AI-95 decreased by 1.1% (to ~75,400 rubles/ton) in anticipation of the export ban implementation. Although prices remain close to record highs, a trend toward stabilization has emerged due to signals of governmental intervention. Diesel fuel, which has experienced less shortage, has barely increased in price. Experts note that the future price trajectory will depend on the duration of ...