... warheads—much less than that of the great powers), nuclear weapons have fundamentally changed the balance of power around North Korea. Kim Jong-un's regime views its nuclear arsenal as a guarantee of its own security and survival. Attempts by the international community to achieve denuclearization through negotiations and sanctions have yet to succeed. In response to North Korean tests, its neighbors are strengthening their defenses: Japan and South Korea are deploying missile defense systems and enhancing their alliance with the USA, while voices in South ...

... Market Open: Brinker International , Performance Food Group . There are relatively few major reports in the morning. Brinker International – the operator of restaurant chains (including Chili’s) – will report on sales, allowing for an assessment ... ... evaluating the state of the global economy as it heads into the end of summer and the risks or opportunities that political negotiations may bring. Key Economic Events: 02:50 (Japan) – GDP for Q2 2025 (Preliminary): The initial assessment of Japan's ...

... any statements and events. Any unexpected factor – from hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico to progress or derailment in peace negotiations over Ukraine – could shift the fragile balance. Meanwhile, the relative stability of prices benefits refiners and ... ... emergencies) significantly impact the oil market. Russian Oil Products Market: Record Gasoline Prices and Government Response The internal fuel market in Russia is facing unprecedented price increases despite previously adopted measures. Since the end of July,...

... above the levels at the beginning of the week. On one hand, the positive news background supports oil bulls: progress in trade negotiations between the US and key partners strengthens hopes for an increase in global demand for energy. In particular, the ... ... ¥148 per $1 – the lowest level for the yen in recent years. The pressure on the Japanese currency stems from a combination of internal and external factors: political uncertainty ahead of elections, chronically low inflation, and expectations that the ...

... factors and restraining risks. Increase in Demand and Optimism. Market participants are encouraged by progress in U.S. trade negotiations with partners. Washington has already secured an agreement with Japan and is close to deals with the European Union.... ... Russian gas imports currently under political discussion. Russian Fuel Market: Stabilization Measures and Price Reactions The internal market for petroleum products in Russia is experiencing a tense situation this summer, associated with the rapid rise ...