... accelerating inflation and undermining trust in the dollar in the future. Although Buffett does not engage in short-term predictions or foretell a market crash, he emphasizes the existence of systemic risks. The combination of an overheated market, trade disputes, and the debt burden creates conditions where a serious correction or even a crisis could occur — and Berkshire is evidently preparing for such an eventuality. Diversifying Reserves: Hinting at Currencies Beyond the Dollar An interesting topic ...

... has been rendered inoperative following diversions in 2022, while the “Yamal-Europe” pipeline is unused due to sanction disputes between Russia and the West. Record LNG Imports: the share of liquefied natural gas in the EU's imports has increased ... ... actions—such as U.S. sanctions pressure on buyers of Russian energy resources—introduce new risks and compel a restructuring of trade flows. Simultaneously, market mechanisms continue to function: OPEC+ balances supply increases with demand considerations,...

... Finally, market expectations are rising that following Bitcoin, regulators will approve the launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Ethereum – this could further simplify the flow of institutional capital into this altcoin. XRP Rises After Ending Dispute with SEC The XRP token (associated with Ripple) exhibited outstanding dynamics last week due to positive news from the legal front. The long-standing court battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially ...

... level, Hungary will seek direct solutions with Moscow. Such signals indicate a lack of full unity in the bloc's position on energy security issues. Overall, global energy trade is undergoing a phase of transformation under the influence of sanctions, trade disputes, and strategic decisions by states. While oil, gas, and coal price dynamics continue to be largely driven by fundamental factors of supply and demand, political actions can quickly change the availability of certain energy carriers for entire ...

... India’s economy is projected to grow more than 6% in 2025, making it one of the most dynamic large economies in the world. However, Asian investors remain vigilant overall: the slowing factor from China, the risks of global recession, and potential new trade disputes (e.g., between the US and China) may temper current optimism in the second half of the year. Russia: Stable Ruble and Expectations of Further Rate Cuts For the Russian financial market, the week passed relatively calmly, without shocking upheavals....