... American LNG plants exceeded 450 million m 3 per day. Total LNG imports into Europe at the beginning of July stood at around 370 million m 3 /day (slightly below June's 404 million, as some cargoes headed to Asia). The main importers – the largest economies in the EU and Turkey – continue to receive significant volumes of liquefied gas from the U.S., Qatar, and other countries. Norway , maintaining its status as a leading supplier of pipeline gas to the EU, is keeping exports at high levels ...

... In 2025, after filling gas storage and launching new RES capacities, the share of coal in the EU energy system is falling back. Nevertheless, coal remains a significant part of the energy balance in Poland, the Czech Republic, Greece, and some other economies. Coal prices in the global market have shown moderate stability in recent months. Futures for energy coal (API2) are trading in the range of $110–120 per ton in Northwest European ports by the end of July. This is slightly higher than levels ...

The X1.2 solar flare has become the most powerful in a month and a half, potentially impacting not only the health of those affected by meteorological changes but also the operation of satellites, power grids, and stock markets. This article examines the risks that heightened solar activity poses for investors and the global economy. Solar Flare X1.2: What the Powerful Eruption Means – From Health Impacts to the Stock Market On May 13, 2025, a rare and extremely powerful X1.2 class solar flare...

... will affect product prices, complicate market access for foreign players, and what strategies investors can adopt in the face of protectionism and sanctions. Given the complexity of the situation, it is crucial to understand all consequences for the economies of the U.S. and other nations. Trump's New Tariffs: Impact on the Global Economy and Prospects for Investors The Donald Trump administration has once again stirred global markets by announcing the implementation of new increased tariffs on ...

... makes duplication of resources economically inexpedient. The main reason for the existence of natural monopolies is the need for significant capital investments, the creation and maintenance of which requires high costs. Features of natural monopolies: Economies of scale: Such industries are characterized by high economies of scale. This means that as production volumes increase, the cost of a unit of production or service decreases. For example, the costs of creating an electrical grid or a railway ...