... 2024. Ukraine will not extend the agreement but is ready to accept and transport gas from Central Asia, such as from Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. However, transit through Ukraine could also be beneficial for Russia, as it helps fulfill contracts with European countries and address strategic objectives, such as gas supplies to Iran. Details are discussed in the article by Sergey Tereshkin. Ukraine outlines its vision for continuing gas transit through its territory after the contract with Gazprom ...

... cautious hope for the easing of sanction tensions. The global oil market continues to face pressure from rising supply and slowing demand, with Brent crude prices hovering around the mid-$60 per barrel mark, reflecting a fragile balance of factors. The European gas market demonstrates relative resilience: underground gas storage facilities (UGS) in the EU are filled to over 85%, providing a buffer ahead of winter and keeping prices at a moderate level. Meanwhile, the global energy transition is gaining ...

... from brands such as Honda, Nissan, Mazda and Mitsubishi. This easing of sanctions supports the Russian car market and brings competition back to the automotive sector. Easing restrictions on the export of medical and pharmaceutical technologies: Some European Union countries have partially lifted restrictions on the export of certain medical and pharmaceutical technologies. This applies, for example, to equipment for the production of drugs, which will allow Russian pharmaceutical companies to modernize ...

..., but it provides investors with more confidence: transparent rules reduce the risks of sudden bans or sanctions, making the European market attractive for major players who value legal certainty. Furthermore, in several countries (Germany, Switzerland,... ... increasing the Bitcoin share to 5% of reserves). If this initiative garners support, Brazil could become one of the first major economies to officially incorporate cryptocurrency into the structure of its sovereign reserves—such a move seemed unthinkable ...

... previously anticipated. Increased demand for safe assets amid global uncertainty. Euro Weakness: Slowdown in economic activity in the Eurozone, particularly in key countries like Germany and France. Decreased expectations for further rate hikes by the European Central Bank due to easing inflationary pressures. What Should Traders Focus On? Support levels for EUR/USD are around 1.05, and a breach of this level could strengthen bearish sentiment. Pay attention to upcoming inflation data and speeches ...