... balance continues to support the national currency. Main Risks for the Ruble Despite moderate predictions, analysts highlight several risk factors that may exert pressure on the ruble: Sanctions: Potential tightening of restrictions related to oil and gas exports, as well as Russian banks' access to international settlements. Federal Reserve Rates: An increase in interest rates by the U.S. Federal Reserve could intensify capital outflow from emerging markets, including Russia. Oil Prices: Fluctuations in oil and other commodity ...

Ruskhimalliance is a leader in the Russian chemical industry, actively developing the processing and liquefaction of natural gas. In this article, you will learn how the company directs its investments to the modernization of production facilities, the creation of innovative infrastructure facilities and environmental projects. We will consider how these investments strengthen ...

... news about global demand and supply. Positive signals for demand could support the ruble and shares in Russian energy companies. Impact on Russia G20 Summit: Discussions on energy security could directly impact Russia’s interests as a major oil and gas exporter. Positive outcomes from the G20 for global trade may strengthen the ruble and improve demand for Russian stocks. However, negative developments could lead to volatility in the ruble and Russian equities. ECB and Fed Speeches: Potential rate hikes in the EU and U.S. may strengthen the dollar and euro, weakening the ruble and possibly dampening demand ...

... Middle Eastern nations, says Tereshkin from the Open Oil Market. "I find it improbable that Iran would block the Strait of Hormuz, at least for an extended period," agrees Mitrakhovich from the Financial University. "Otherwise, oil and gas exporters from other parts of the world, including Russia and the U.S., will reap all the rewards from these markets." What the Conflict Means for Russia In the spring, Russian oil prices soared: According to the Ministry of Economic Development, which publishes average monthly prices for Urals, in March, the price dropped below the "oil ceiling" level to $58.99 per barrel, down from $61.99 in February. Subsequently,...

... agency, from November 12 to December 2, gasoline prices rose by an average of 1.1% (by 61 kopecks). The statistics for DF are even worse, with prices increasing by 1.5% (by 1 ruble) during the same period. Even considering the peculiarities of the Russian fuel market, where the wholesale segment does not have a direct connection with retail price formation, such a sharp and divergent price movement between the exchange and gas stations seems unusual. However, there are explanations. According to Dmitry Gusev, Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the "Reliable Partner" Association and a member of the expert council for the "Gas Stations of Russia" ...