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China has found a replacement for Russian coal.
... result, coal production in the country is growing faster than consumption, so China now needs less imported coal. However, China remains the largest coal consumer in the world," says Igor Yushkov, an expert at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation and the National Energy Security Fund (NESF).
Why is China slowing down the construction of coal-fired power plants?
"There is a noticeable imbalance in China's energy sector, with a heavy reliance on coal ...
Ukraine's Dependence on Gas and Electricity Imports has Sharply Increased
... the dissolution of the Soviet Union. By the end of the heating season in 2025, Ukraine faced historical lows in gas reserves, with less than 1 billion cubic meters remaining,” explained Igor Yushkov, an expert from the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation and the National Energy Security Fund (FNEB). Ukraine had always imported exclusively Russian gas up until 2025, with no alternative sources, adds the expert. For decades, Ukraine held contracts for direct purchases ...
Difference between Pre-IPO and IPO: A Complete Guide for Investors
... broad audience of investors and to enhance the company's visibility.
The public share offering is accompanied by stringent reporting and disclosure requirements. The company must provide comprehensive information about its financial performance, risks, governance structure, and other aspects, creating transparent conditions for investors.
Key features of IPO:
Shares become available to a broad range of investors in the stock market.
The company undergoes strict regulatory scrutiny and discloses financial ...
Price Forecast for Avalanche (AVAX) in May 2025: Analytics, Events, and Risks
... into account:
High market volatility:
Cryptocurrencies are characterized by sharp price swings. The price of AVAX can change significantly over a short period due to investor sentiment and speculation.
Regulatory uncertainty:
The legislative framework governing the crypto industry is still being established. New restrictions or bans imposed by regulators (both at national and international levels) could negatively impact the prices of digital assets, including Avalanche.
Platform competition:
The field ...
Financial Results of Sber for Q1 2025: Growth in Net Profit and High Profitability
... while total capital covers around 14% of risk-weighted assets. A high level of equity and profitability provides a buffer in case of stress scenarios and allows for active business growth financing. At the same time, the tax burden on profits from the government has increased. For the first half of the year, the bank accrued around 257.5 billion rubles in profit tax – a quarter more than a year earlier. The effective tax rate has risen, partly due to legislative changes and one-off levies on profitable ...