... Networks: For gas station operators and fuel distributors, rapidly rising wholesale prices represent a challenge. Retail margins shrink if wholesale market prices rise faster than retail prices can be adjusted at the pump. Nevertheless, major fuel retail chains (including those of major oil companies) gradually raise retail prices, passing some of the increased costs onto consumers. Independent gas stations, which purchase fuel on the open market, suffer even more; for them, rising fuel prices mean either ...

... inflation. According to Rosstat, AI-92 gasoline prices have risen 5% since the beginning of the year, while AI-95 has increased by 5.2%. Inflation as of July 29 stood at 4.99%. Vertically Integrated Oil Companies (VIOCs), which control the entire supply chain from extraction to gas station sales, may prefer to offset wholesale losses rather than attract regulatory scrutiny. Seasonal Pressures Add to Market Strain August and September are traditionally challenging months for Russia’s fuel market....

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... burden on the oil industry. With zero or negative margins, no amount of competition will lead to price reductions. Stankevich believes that the government, in cooperation with key oil industry companies, must ensure the smooth operation of fuel supply chains within the country. First and foremost, this applies to rail transport, to prevent local shortages in the regions. "For these purposes, an operational headquarters has already been created under the leadership of Alexander Novak. In addition ...

... opportunity to invest in a company poised to significantly strengthen its position in the packaging market amidst ongoing supply chain instability. This article will delve into Lambumiz's strategy, financial results, funding plans, and assess future prospects.... ... significantly expand its capacity to meet the demand for aseptic packaging and reduce the Russian market's dependence on imported supplies. IPO Objectives and Investment Attraction To realize its ambitious expansion plans, Lambumiz aims to attract at least ...