... confrontation that could significantly alter the balance of power in the global market. He believes that the EU needs to revisit its policy to strengthen independence and protect its internal market. Protectionist measures, such as the imposition of high tariffs, subsidizing domestic producers, and restricting foreign companies, put European manufacturers at a disadvantage. Macron stresses that a lack of decisive action from the EU could lead European companies to incur significant losses, forcing them ...

... and carbon-intensive sectors must adapt. For energy sector investors, this trend presents new opportunities—from developing projects in solar and wind energy to modernizing networks and energy storage solutions. Power Sector: Decrease in Output and Tariff Changes In the electricity sector of Russia, production showed a slight decline in the first half of 2025. According to Rosstat, the total electricity generation for the six months amounted to approximately 600 billion kWh, which is 1.9% less ...

... indices have approached local highs, and market participants are hoping for a continuation of positive momentum. The focus now shifts to key economic events—fresh inflation data from several countries, trade news (including the implementation of new tariffs by the U.S.), and the Bank of England's interest rate decision—as well as the ongoing corporate earnings season in the U.S., Europe, and Russia. These statistical releases and reports from major companies will help determine market sentiment ...

Tereshkin: Reducing Russian Railways' tariffs for oil companies would stabilize fuel prices (RIA Novosti). Expert Sergey Tereshkin proposed a series of measures to stabilize fuel prices in Russia. He noted that it is necessary to reduce the costs for oil companies, including lowering Russian ...

... Price increases are fueled by several positive factors: U.S.-EU Trade Truce: The conclusion of a framework agreement between Washington and Brussels helped avoid an escalation of the trade war at the last moment. The parties agreed to mutually lower tariffs and significantly increase the export of American energy resources to Europe. This news improved investor sentiment and heightened expectations for increased demand for U.S. oil in the near future. Geopolitical Risk and Sanctions: U.S. President ...