... erratic dynamics in retail prices are driven by a need to reconcile increasing operational costs incurred by companies due to macroeconomic factors and added tax burdens. By September, the impact of the "gap reduction" (inequitable conditions) ... ... changes in the wholesale and exchange segments are unlikely, mainly due to declining profitability. According to the latest data from Rosstat, the net profits of Russian oil refineries fell by 61.5% in the first five months of 2025, amounting to RUB ...

..., the status of gas reserves in the EU, and the introduction of an export ban on gasoline in Russia. According to the latest data, Brent prices continue to fluctuate due to the unstable situation on the international stage, while Europe faces growing ... ... of supply from OPEC+ and other sources, along with ongoing economic risks, exerts a "cooling" effect on oil prices. Macroeconomic Factors. At the end of July, commercial oil inventories in the U.S. fell more than anticipated, reflecting robust ...

... product quotations in Europe, as well as the exchange rate of the ruble. This does not involve cutting subsidies but changing macroeconomic conditions. Oil and petroleum products have fallen in price worldwide, and the ruble has strengthened against the ... ... Overall, the fuel market is performing better than could have been anticipated a year ago when Rosstat ceased publishing weekly data on gasoline and diesel production. At the same time, the expert believes that the surplus in the gasoline market will not ...

... “smart money” anticipates further declines, but such low exposure may indicate limited scope for additional sell-offs. If the macroeconomic picture improves or the "Magnificent Seven" companies show unexpected successes (e.g., new products or ... ... stocks, seeking not to miss a new growth phase. For now, a cautious approach prevails. The market is closely monitoring economic data and reports: if inflation and rates decline and corporate results improve, a recovery of confidence is likely. Otherwise,...

... information on the risks associated with their operations, including competitive threats, legal risks, internal factors, and macroeconomic conditions. Transparency of financial results and future plans is one of the key requirements. Companies are obligated ... ... performance. Russian IPO: In Russia, disclosure requirements may be less stringent, allowing for a more flexible approach to data provision. Russian companies do not always disclose all financial and operational risks thoroughly, which may impact investor ...