... Simultaneously, fundamental market trends instill cautious optimism. After recent upheavals, global oil prices have stabilized at relatively comfortable levels for consumers, showing no sharp spikes – largely thanks to the coordinated actions of producers. The European Union is entering the winter period with record gas supplies, significantly reducing the risks of shortages and price shocks during the cold months. Moreover, investments are confidently flowing towards low-carbon energy, opening new niches for growth ...

... reliable energy supply. Below, we outline the details of key news from the commodities and energy sectors. The West Tightens Oil Sanctions The Western coalition countries have taken new steps to restrict Russia's revenue from oil exports. Canada, the European Union, and the United Kingdom have announced a reduction in the price cap on Russian oil from $60 to $47.60 per barrel, with the updated price ceiling set to take effect on September 3. This measure aims to intensify economic pressure on Moscow by reducing ...

... relationships between major economies — such as progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations or new stimuli in China — may impact sentiments. Thus, despite the pause in local earnings announcements, external factors will continue to set the tone for the European Union and Asian markets on this day. Russian Market: Rusagro Dividends and Earnings Report Outcomes **Investors in Russia are focused** on corporate events and the implications of a series of recent reports. On Friday, August 8, a repeated annual shareholder ...

... barrel. Market balance is sustained by the interplay of positive factors and mitigating risks: Demand and Trade Policy. Market participants are closely monitoring the global external trade situation. The U.S. has secured key trade agreements with the European Union, Japan, and several other partners, avoiding a full-scale tariff war and supporting confidence in demand resilience. However, from August 1, Washington has introduced new tariffs on imports from several countries (including India and Canada) that ...

... meanwhile, the course to reduce dependence on Russian energy carriers continues. Imports of Russian oil and petroleum products to the EU have been effectively halted by the existing embargo, and pipeline gas supplies have been reduced to minimal levels. The European Union is actively developing infrastructure for receiving LNG (new terminals are being built, and long-term contracts are being signed with alternative suppliers) to replace the volumes lost. However, completely abandoning Russian gas instantly is challenging: ...