... increase, stating that its purchases of Russian oil are driven by national economic interests and cannot be rapidly reduced. European allies of the U.S. are, in contrast, acting more cautiously. The proposed new EU sanctions package does not include additional ... ... major buyers of Russian oil and gas, while Europe is avoiding extreme measures, taking into account the dependence of several economies on critically important supplies. Washington is also hinting at the possibility of extending trade restrictions to other ...

... and dynamic picture of the global fuel and energy sector. Geopolitical factors—from US sanctions pressure on leading Asian economies to changes in OPEC+ deal conditions—create heightened uncertainty for businesses, forcing traders and companies to ... ... stabilized at relatively comfortable levels for consumers, while producers' efforts prevent the market from sharp fluctuations. The European energy sector is entering winter with record gas reserves, reducing the risks of shortages, while global investments ...

... stable LNG supplies, and reduced consumption create conditions for relatively low prices in winter. This eases the burden on European industries and households, reducing the risk of a new wave of energy crisis. International Politics: Threats of New Sanctions ... ... particularly China and India, where coal-fired power plants and metallurgical enterprises underpin economic development. In these economies, coal remains the most accessible and reliable energy source capable of covering baseline load. At the same time, a ...

On August 28, 2025, significant events in the world of economics were marked, which could impact global financial markets. The European Union has implemented new sanctions aimed at developing the economic situation, while preliminary GDP data for the second quarter of 2025 is being published in the United States. These and other economic news from August 28, 2025, will form the ...

... levels from last year or reduce them slightly in 2025 (with a projected decline of less than 1% compared to 2024). Meanwhile, European countries, having filled gas storage and brought online new RES capacity, are actively reducing coal generation use. ... ... share of coal in the EU's energy system is again on the decline. However, coal remains an important energy source for several economies in Eastern Europe – for example, in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Greece – where its contribution to generation ...