... prices, which will be reflected in retail prices, making fuel more accessible for independent gas stations. As a result, large chains will not be able to overprice without the risk of losing market share. Increasing the exchange quota could play an important role in dismantling regional fuel monopolies. Thanks to higher exchange sales, fuel will become more accessible to traders who can supply diesel to agricultural producers and transportation companies at lower prices than dominant regional suppliers....

... predict that the average production cost will rise from $8 in 2024 to $10 from 2025 to 2027. — As for production costs, we can currently discuss overall expenses related to oil extraction and export — from the well to loading in the ports of the importing countries. And here, costs will likely decrease due to the improved geopolitical environment. This also includes costs related to the transportation of raw materials using shadow fleets. Their reduction will favorably impact the net profit of ...

... remainder are sold in other countries or through the domestic black market. An extensive global network of resellers facilitates the rapid disposal of stolen gadgets where demand is high. Experts estimate that tens of millions of used smartphones are imported into such regions each year, making it easy for British criminals to find buyers abroad. Countermeasures and Prospects The wave of smartphone thefts in the UK has already drawn government attention and necessitates a comprehensive response. The ...

... can create globally competitive "unicorns" despite restrictions in the domestic market. Overall, in the CIS countries, the venture ecosystem is undergoing restructuring: the focus is shifting toward projects in IT, artificial intelligence, import substitution, and B2B services in demand by large corporate clients. Experts note that the local market is adapting to new conditions, and the most resilient teams continue to secure funding, with new deals occurring even at the seed stage. As ...

... flight to safe assets (higher prices for oil and gold, strengthening of the dollar). Escalation of US Trade Wars New tariffs against China: US trade policy has intensified once again. As of August 7, Washington imposed 100% tariffs on semiconductor imports, primarily targeting China. Additionally, Trump threatened Beijing with further tariffs for cooperation with Moscow (purchases of Russian energy resources). These steps open a new front in economic confrontation, increasing costs for high-tech ...