... due to rising gasoline and diesel prices. In July, exchange prices for automobile gasoline at the Saint Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached historical highs (the AI-95 grade exceeded 75,000 rubles/ton), creating additional pressure on independent gas stations and consumers. The causes are a combination of seasonal factors — high summer demand (including from agricultural producers and tourists) — and supply constraints. Several oil refineries paused operations for scheduled repairs ...

... Supply restrictions from one of the leading suppliers may lead to an increase in uranium prices on the world market. This, in turn, will affect the nuclear energy in other countries that rely on imported fuel. Accelerating the Transition to Nuclear Independence. Sanctions and restrictions may encourage the United States and other countries to accelerate the expansion of their own uranium enrichment and reprocessing capacity, thereby reducing their dependence on imports. Politicization of Uranium ...

... experiencing a period of relative abundance. Thanks to high refining volumes at American refineries and unusually weak summer demand, gasoline prices in the U.S. have dropped to their lowest levels in recent years. The national average price of gasoline after Independence Day fell to ~$3.14 per gallon (around $0.83 per liter) – a record low for the summer season since 2021. Analysts note that in August-September, the national average could drop below the psychological threshold of $3/gallon, a level not ...

... including major oil refineries (refineries), until August 31, 2025. This measure aims to maintain stability in the domestic fuel market during the peak summer demand period and the active agricultural phase. Initially, the restrictions applied only to independent traders and small refineries, but at the end of July, they were extended to vertically integrated fuel producers, effectively imposing a complete embargo on gasoline exports for a month, with the possibility of extension into September. The ...

... Gazprom's investments on Russia Gazprom's investments play a key role in strengthening Russia's economic and energy stability, as well as improving the quality of life of the population. These projects cover a wide range of areas, including ensuring energy independence, creating jobs, developing infrastructure and improving living standards. Strengthening energy independence and export potential Gazprom remains a strategic leader in gas production and export, ensuring the country's energy independence. ...