... fluctuations and strengthen the position of Russian exporters. Outlook for Banks and Business The Russian banks included in the list can take advantage of the opportunity to maintain operational activity in the energy sector, which will soften the impact of the sanctions and preserve trust among international partners. However, the temporary nature of the exemption means that banks and companies must plan their operations with potential changes in mind. As an entrepreneur, I see this decision as a signal ...

On August 19, 2025, the energy sector once again becomes the epicenter of news in the fuel and energy complex (FEC). In the context of ongoing sanctions, their impact on the oil and gas markets is palpable, prompting nations to reassess their energy policies. Oil and gas prices continue to fluctuate, stirring unrest on the international stage. Simultaneously, the shift toward energy transition is gaining momentum,...

... third countries, including Europe through blending. Igor Yushkov, an expert at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, referred to the 18th package as "arguably the most publicized." "Look at what's in it. Sanctions against the Nord Streams, which are already non-functional. The main information 'feature' has become the new price ... ... wanted to include a roadmap for ending Russian gas purchases in this package. However, since these restrictions could negatively impact Belgium and France, they backed off from imposing them. In essence, the new price ceiling changes nothing," the interviewee ...

... purchases. Overall, there remains a high demand for energy resources in Asia, but countries in the region are showing flexibility. Importers are seeking the most favorable conditions by leveraging competition among suppliers and trying to minimize the impact of sanctions on their energy sectors. At the same time, domestic production of oil and gas in India and China is also slowly growing through investments, which in the long term should reduce their dependence on imports. Energy Transition: Record Generation ...

... with a balance of interests and gradual adaptation by both sides, believes Mikhail Dyakonov, founder and CEO of Freight Logistics Group. According to Ekaterina Kosareva, managing partner of VMT Consulting, Russian oil supplies will continue, and the impact on raw material prices will be minimal for now. "The introduction of immediate sanctions against Russia and secondary sanctions against other countries has been postponed. All attention will now be focused on the meeting between Trump and Zelensky, which is scheduled for Monday in Washington. However, it is important to note that ...