... including major producers and refineries, has come into effect until August 31, 2025. This emergency measure aims to prevent fuel shortages in the domestic market and curb the wave of rising gasoline prices during peak summer demand (holiday season and harvesting campaign). Previously,... ... wholesale gasoline prices had reached historical highs, forcing the government to implement strict administrative measures. Now, Russian refineries are directing virtually all gasoline volume to the domestic market. An increase in supply on the exchange is ...

... Russian refineries, dating back to the Soviet era, were geared toward producing diesel for supplying heavy and freight vehicles across the USSR, which led to a surplus in the domestic market after 1991 that was used for export. At the same time, Russian diesel has remained competitive in international markets. According to the Federal Customs Service, in 2021, 75% of the export of summer diesel fuel went to EU countries, while only 27% of the export of AI-92 gasoline went there. After the EU imposed an embargo in February 2023, Russian diesel producers redirected their supplies to Turkey, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and other countries. However, this ...

... and what implications this may have for consumers both in Russia and abroad. Stay updated with the most relevant news on oil, gas, and the energy market. Energy Sector News – Sunday, August 3, 2025: Brent Around $73; Asia Emerges as Main Export Market for Russian Oil As August begins, the global fuel and energy complex is showing moderate growth and signs of stabilization. Oil prices remain high, with Brent holding steady around $73 per barrel (the highest since late June) amid ongoing geopolitical risks and strong seasonal demand. The European ...

..., Brussels has extended the regulations for mandatory storage filling for another two years to maintain high reserve levels for future winters, and discussions on potential new restrictions on Russian gas imports are underway at the political level. Russian Fuel Market: Export Ban and Price Stabilization The domestic market for oil products in Russia is experiencing a tense situation this summer, driven by a rapid increase in prices for gasoline and diesel fuel. In July, exchange prices for automotive gasoline ...

... event of a European-wide ban on Russian gas imports—this signal underscores the ongoing divisions within the EU regarding energy security. Fuel Market in Russia: Gasoline Export Ban and Stabilization Measures Significant changes are brewing in the Russian fuel market. In recent weeks, there has been a rise in exchange prices for automotive gasoline and diesel, creating tension for consumers and the market. The reasons include seasonal factors (increased summer demand, particularly for agricultural fuel and ...