... ambiguous note. On one hand, the US released weak labor market data indicating a sharp slowdown in hiring, which amplified concerns about economic growth prospects. On the other hand, geopolitical tensions have somewhat eased: the United States and the European Union managed to reach a compromise and avoid a large-scale trade war, bolstering risk appetite. Wall Street indices, after setting record highs in July, faced volatility amid mixed signals, while prices for safe-haven assets, such as gold, once again ...

... supplies to Europe, which ultimately led to an increase in gas production," he noted. Referring to data from the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas (ENTSOG), the expert clarified that Gazprom's average daily exports to the European Union (EU) in the first eight months of 2024 grew by 35% year-on-year, reaching 97 million cubic meters per day compared to 72 million cubic meters per day in January–August 2023. This figure includes transit supplies to Serbia and North Macedonia,...

... the afternoon, the crucial price index from the U.S. Federal Reserve will be made available. These releases will largely determine the market sentiment as they transition into autumn. The external backdrop is further complicated by geopolitics: the European Union is concluding a multi-day meeting focusing on a new sanctions package against Russia. Concurrently, several major companies from various sectors (ranging from high-tech to raw materials) are set to present their financial results, providing additional ...

... competition conditions and additional price pressure on independent gas stations, the letter states. According to the Primorsky Fuel Union, the price disparity (excluding railway tariffs) between the Komsomolsk and Siberian refineries—Omsk and Ufa—amounts ... ... repair at the beginning of summer, which is linked to the decrease in sales volumes. In August, four major plants located in the European part of the country suffered greatly from drones. The entire national fuel market operates as a single mechanism. The ...

... (HKMA). Issuing companies must maintain a 100% reserve for the tokens they issue and report regularly — a framework designed to protect investors. Hong Kong is strengthening its position as a crypto hub in Asia, offering clear rules for the industry. European Union : The EU has commenced the phased implementation of the MiCA ( Markets in Crypto-Assets ) regulation, which standardizes the rules for cryptocurrency and stablecoin circulation across eurozone countries. MiCA mandates registration and disclosure ...