... more than 30%. The composite index of petroleum product production, published by Rosstat without quantitative indicators, decreased by 2.7% in the first eight months of 2024. The main conclusion: Indirect indicators suggest that petroleum product ... ... This is putting pressure on the gasoline market, where retail price growth is significantly outpacing the general inflation rate. The decline in production is linked to unscheduled repairs at refineries, the completion of which is difficult to predict ...

... generate returns of 20-30% or more (the corporate bond index RUCBCPNS closed at around 23.7% in October 2024). Risks: OFZ carry virtually no risk (government guarantee), while corporate bonds involve credit risk (default). Bond prices fluctuate; as the key rate rises, their market value typically decreases. Liquidity: OFZ are actively traded on the exchange and can be easily bought and sold. Corporate bonds are less liquid, especially those issued by smaller entities. Taxation: Coupon income and gains from the sale of bonds are subject to PIT ...

... so-called dampener mechanism – compensations for supplying fuel to the domestic market below export prices – have significantly decreased. According to the Ministry of Finance, subsidies fell by nearly 45% in the first half of the year compared to the first ... ... profitable than domestic sales. World prices for oil and petroleum products remained relatively high in 2025, and the exchange rate of the national currency is not as strong as before, increasing ruble revenues from exports. In these circumstances, oil ...

... outlook and potential monetary policy adjustments. Investors will scrutinize these details for indications of future interest rate changes. 00:30 GMT (November 27): USA – API Weekly Crude Oil Stock Report Changes in crude oil inventories can influence ... ... challenges in the retail sector. Best Buy Co., Inc. (BBY): Leading retailer of consumer electronics. An anticipated 1.3% revenue decrease could reflect shifts in consumer spending on electronics. Macy's Inc. (M): Iconic department store chain. A projected ...

... business will be, taking into account all interest for the entire term. Sometimes the agreement specifies a monthly or annual rate, but it is important for the entrepreneur to estimate the total overpayment in monetary terms. Commissions and additional ... ... the monthly payment, the number of payments, the dates. The payment can be annuity (in equal installments) or differentiated (decreasing, when large interest is paid first). Make sure that the payment amount is realistic for your financial plan. If a grace ...