... Kasatkin Consulting. Nonetheless, industry analysts believe that this figure will rise by 19% the following year. The growth in budget revenues is expected to be influenced by a reduction in the discount for Russian oil and possibly a central bank interest rate cut to 10-12% by the end of 2026, experts suggest. An overview of the future trajectory of the Russian oil and gas sector is included in the material by “Izvestiya.” How Russia's Oil and Gas Revenues Will Decline in 2025 This year, Russia's oil and ...

... and Bank of England's Stance Fed and Bank of England adopt a softer stance: Global monetary policy is beginning to pivot toward stimulating growth. The US Federal Reserve, in its July 30 meeting, maintained the rate (4.25%–4.50%) and indicated that rate cuts might be possible by the end of 2025 as inflation in the US gradually slows down. The Bank of England went further: on August 7, it lowered its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points (to 4.0% per annum) for the first time in several years in ...

... stands a strong chance of surpassing the $100,000 mark. Ryan Lee, a lead analyst at Bitget, highlights that the anticipated shift in Fed policy will act as a key catalyst, forecasting that by the latter half of May, in light of expectations for interest rate cuts, Bitcoin will be able to stabilize above the psychological level. Other experts share similar views. For instance, Victor Pershikov, an analyst at SWR Capital, identifies the $100,000 mark as a near-term price target. Furthermore, he anticipates ...

... and renewed energy needs. However, the growth remains moderate, signaling the agency’s cautious outlook on oil consumption rates. For U.S. and European investors, these growth projections are essential, as they impact the overall market balance and ... ... OPEC+ guidelines. Meanwhile, OPEC+ collectively reduced oil production by 320,000 barrels per day in October, exceeding planned cuts by 720,000 barrels, highlighting the coalition’s commitment to volume regulation. 2025 Oil Surplus Forecast A notable takeaway ...

... may become unable to service their loans. This, in turn, can trigger a chain reaction: increased defaults, liquidity shortages in banks, and a decrease in business activity. For the population, the consequences may include slowed wage growth and job cuts in companies with high debt burdens. Central Bank Measures and Their Importance To prevent a credit bubble, the Central Bank of Russia is taking measures to control corporate lending. Here are the key steps: Raising the Key Interest Rate: This acts as a deterrent aimed at limiting lending activity by increasing loan costs. However, against a backdrop of high inflationary expectations, companies continue to borrow despite the interest rates. Reserve Requirements for Banks: The Central ...