The ruble ended 2024 with a historic weakening, exceeding the 100 per dollar mark. What caused the national currency to fall, what forecasts do experts give for 2025, and how will this affect the economy, business, and the lives of Russians? We analyze the key factors, current data, and strategies for investors. The Ruble Closed 2024 Above 100 to the Dollar: Reasons, Forecasts, and Implications By the end of 2024, the exchange rate of the ruble closed for the first time in history ...

... is launching a "golden" residence permit (RP) program for foreign investors. For $5 million, wealthy entrepreneurs will be able to obtain the right to live in the United States by investing in the country's economy. Donald Trump has allowed Russian businessmen to participate in this initiative. How will this program affect the market and investment opportunities? USA Introduces $5 Million "Golden" Residency by Investment: A New Opportunity for Investors The U.S. authorities have ...

... attention will be given to the consequences of this gasoline export ban and its effect on both the domestic and international economies. Energy Sector News, Friday, July 25, 2025: Brent Below $70, Record Gas Reserves, Gasoline Export Ban from August ... ... winter. However, market participants continue to monitor potential EU decisions regarding further reductions in dependency on Russian gas. Against the backdrop of discussions on new sanctions against Russia, Hungary has already stated that it will seek ...

... significant step towards strengthening the country's currency market by purchasing the Saint Petersburg Currency Exchange. How will this affect currency transactions, what will the new platform give the Central Bank, and what prospects are opening up for Russian business? In this article, we examine the goals and consequences of the deal, and share our opinion on why this is important for domestic companies such as Open Oil Market. The Central Bank of Russia is acquiring the Saint Petersburg Currency ...

... value of U.S. energy exports to the EU is projected to reach $750 billion over the next three years. Consequently, American imports in Europe’s energy mix could account for 67.5%. This shift requires the EU to completely eliminate its reliance on Russian energy supplies. Experts believe that achieving annual exports worth $250 billion is feasible only if the price of American energy resources for European consumers increases sharply, particularly for oil, which is estimated to need to rise to ...