... will affect the further development of the economic situation. Current Energy Sector News as of August 13, 2025: US Sanctions Against China and India, Rising Gasoline Prices in Russia, Stability of Brent Oil, European Gas Market Situation, Trends in Renewable Energy and Traditional Generation, and Investor Forecasts. Current events in the fuel and energy complex (FEC) as of August 13, 2025 attract investor attention due to their ambiguity. Geopolitical tensions continue to escalate: Washington is ...

... a sharp increase in energy exports to China in the near future, especially after the Power of Siberia pipeline reaches full capacity. China is investing heavily in coal production (from $78 billion in 2019 to $100 billion in 2023 in 2023 prices) and renewable energy, which is likely to slow the growth of oil and gas demand. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), China accounted for 63% of global solar panel capacity additions (216.9 GW out of 345.5 GW) and 65% of global ...

... whether the economic benefits of new export opportunities (due to trade deals) will outweigh the potential negatives of sanction restrictions and conflict – this will shape the long-term balance of demand and supply for energy resources. Electricity and Renewable Energy: Record Consumption and Growth of Green Generation Abnormal weather this summer is breaking new records in the energy sector and underscoring the importance of renewable energy sources (RES). In July, China recorded record load on its ...

... Investors are closely watching whether the economic benefits of new export agreements will outweigh the potential downsides of sanction limitations, as this will influence the long-term balance of supply and demand in global energy markets. Electricity and Renewables: Record Consumption and Growth of Green Generation Abnormal weather this summer is setting new records in the electricity sector and emphasizing the importance of renewable energy sources (RES). In China, unprecedented demand on the energy ...

... facilities. At the same time, European gas storage is filling at record rates, indicating upcoming shifts in consumption. Discussions on these issues are becoming particularly pertinent against the backdrop of global trends, such as the development of renewable energy sources and potential restrictions on gasoline exports. Energy Sector News – Friday, August 1, 2025: Brent Remains Above $72; European Gas Storage at Record Levels At the beginning of August, the global fuel and energy sector is showing ...