... alternative to traditional hydrocarbons. This balance of influences in the energy sector is crucial for understanding future trends in the energy market and countries' dependency on oil products. Energy Sector News, Monday, July 28, 2025: Brent Near $70, EU Gas Stores Close to 70%, Gasoline Export Ban In the latest review of the fuel and energy sector, we examine key events and trends as of July 28, 2025 . The global oil market begins the week in a state of relative stability, with Brent trading around ...

... use. Following a surge in coal output in 2022–2023 (when coal temporarily replaced expensive gas), the share of coal in the EU's energy system is again on the decline. However, coal remains an important energy source for several economies in Eastern ... ... stable supply volumes. In developed countries, the trend to reduce coal generation continues: environmental regulations and tax policies are making new coal projects less attractive. However, as noted, some countries in Asia are temporarily increasing coal ...

... more than 40%, from €79 to €112 per megawatt-hour (MWh)," noted Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of the oil and raw materials marketplace OPEN OIL MARKET. He explained that under the current regulatory model, electricity prices in the European Union (EU) depend on the cost of balancing generation, with gas-fired power plants playing a key role in covering sharp spikes in energy demand. As a result, the rising cost of fuel for gas-fired power plants leads to higher electricity prices, the expert clarified....

... revenue increases for energy supply and generating companies, although the government remains vigilant to ensure that tariff policies do not stoke overall inflation or hinder economic growth. Geopolitics and Energy Resource Trade: Restructuring Global ... ..., the course to reduce dependence on Russian energy carriers continues. Imports of Russian oil and petroleum products to the EU have been effectively halted by the existing embargo, and pipeline gas supplies have been reduced to minimal levels. The European ...

... Positive outcomes from the G20 for global trade may strengthen the ruble and improve demand for Russian stocks. However, negative developments could lead to volatility in the ruble and Russian equities. ECB and Fed Speeches: Potential rate hikes in the EU and U.S. may strengthen the dollar and euro, weakening the ruble and possibly dampening demand for Russian assets. Alternatively, if easing policies are mentioned, this may support the ruble and increase investor interest in Russian assets. Stock Market: Russian traders may see Western earnings reports influence Russian indices, especially in the technology sector. Positive reports could ...