... higher grades of gasoline. A serious threat to the fuel market, however, is the current drop in oil prices, which could prompt the Ministry of Finance to reduce subsidies under the damping mechanism (compensating part of oil companies’ costs from the budget for supplying fuel to the domestic market at prices below export levels). The expert recalls that a previous attempt to cut subsidies in July 2023 led to a rally in the fuel market, forcing the Ministry of Finance to revert to the previous damping ...

... innovative startups is on the rise. 3. Geographical Priorities United States The US economy remains the growth leader among developed markets due to strong domestic demand and investments in technology. However, risks are associated with high inflation and a budget deficit. Asia China is actively recovering its economy despite external challenges, with growth anticipated in the real estate and consumer goods sectors. India is becoming a new magnet for capital due to its rapidly growing economy. Europe The ...

... shareholders. What investors should pay attention to: Seasonality of the business: The activities of Astra Group are seasonal, with a concentration of revenue in the fourth quarter, especially in December. This is due to the peculiarities of the planning and budgeting cycle of clients. About 50% of the company's revenue can come from the fourth quarter. ComNews Expansion of the product portfolio: In Q3, the company released an updated version of its flagship product, the Astra Linux 1.8 operating system, ...

.... The USA commits to providing long-term financial investments aimed at stabilizing Ukraine's economy and its recovery post-conflict. Transfer of 50% of Revenues. Ukraine must allocate half of all revenues from resource extraction licenses to the US budget, effectively meaning a partial transfer of control over national resources. Control Over Licenses. The Investment Reconstruction Fund will acquire exclusive powers regarding the licensing of extraction and resource distribution. Right of First ...

... Antimonopoly Service (FAS) of Russia told RIA Novosti. "To reduce the volatility of end-user jet fuel prices, support measures are available for end consumers, such as aircraft operators. A damping mechanism and refundable excise taxes from the budget are also provided for airlines purchasing jet fuel. Subsidy programs are implemented for air transportation to the Far Eastern Federal District," the FAS noted. Natalia Yakovenko, Managing Director for the Petroleum Products Market at SPIMEX,...