... materials market analysis center at the Institute of Energy and Finance (IEF). The price cap on Russian oil united the G7 in their economic sanctions against Russia, reminds Stanislav Mitrakhovich, an expert from the Financial University and the National Energy ... ... against the Nord Streams are more of a political declaration, as these pipelines primarily benefited Germany, which planned to develop its gas hub, not Russia, argues Shevyrenkov from IEF. There is a plan for the EU to abandon Russian gas by the end of ...

... months, but the effective date might be delayed due to regulatory approval procedures. In mid-June, the Ministry of Energy's press service confirmed to Vedomosti that the draft regulation must be approved by the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Economic Development, and the Federal Customs Service. One source noted that the Federal Anti-Monopoly Service supports the diesel export ban. Vedomosti sent inquiries to the above-mentioned ministries and the office of Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak,...

In 2025, US imports from Russia continue to attract interest and discussions. Against the backdrop of global economic changes, the consumption of certain products has become particularly relevant. What supplies are being exchanged between ... ... statistical error. Nonetheless, these supplies meet important needs in individual sectors. Without establishing alternatives — developing domestic production or seeking other suppliers — the cessation of even this small flow could negatively impact the ...

... through capital appreciation and dividends. Large-cap "blue chips" (Sberbank, Gazprom, Norilsk Nickel, Yandex, etc.) pay dividends of around 5–12% per annum. Long-term investments in stocks can ensure superior capital growth due to business development and profit reinvestment. However, stocks are volatile and subject to economic and political risks. Dividends and capital gains are taxed at 13%. The liquidity of large-cap stocks is typically high. Foreign Assets and Funds. To diversify, a portion of funds can be invested in foreign markets through ruble-denominated ETFs ...

... Stanley, Wells Fargo, and UBS — plan to introduce spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to their clients in 2025. This development bridges the gap between traditional finance and the digital asset market, giving Bitcoin a new level of mainstream ... ... integrates into the traditional financial system. Macroeconomic conditions add another layer of uncertainty. If 2025 brings economic turbulence or shifts in interest rates, risk assets like Bitcoin could face headwinds. For example, rising rates or a ...