... 200%), German automakers, for whom the U.S. is an important export market, might lose a significant portion of their revenues. Declining Demand in Europe: The European automotive market is facing decreased demand against a backdrop of high inflation, economic difficulties, and support policies for local producers. This diminishes the appeal of German brands' products and threatens their market share. Competition in China: The Chinese market, historically a stronghold for German companies, is experiencing ...

... of the Central Bank of Russia. Against the backdrop of PMI data, the ruble has experienced only minor fluctuations: moderate economic activity has slightly reduced pressure on the exchange rate. Graphically, the USD/RUB pair remains below important technical ... ... rate and external factors. Investment strategies remain focused on capital preservation in light of increasing volatility and uncertainties in macro forecasts.

... places significant pressure on the financial sector. Banks are compelled to reevaluate their lending conditions since long-term loans become riskier for financial institutions in a high-interest-rate environment. Increased Risks for Banks. In times of economic uncertainty, banks fear a rise in the number of defaults on mortgages. Family mortgages, which are oriented towards long-term loans, become less attractive for banks, particularly if rates remain high. Cost Optimization. Banks like VTB and Sberbank ...

... figures in May in the U.S. since 2020—overall global oil consumption continues to grow. Analysts forecast that global demand will increase by approximately 1.2 million barrels per day in the second half of 2025, reflecting a sustained recovery in economic activity. Supply and OPEC+ Policy. OPEC+ countries are consistently increasing production, effectively unwinding previous cuts ahead of schedule. At an extraordinary meeting in early August, members agreed to raise the total quota by 547,000 ...

July 31, 2025, will be a pivotal day for financial markets, marked by significant economic events and corporate earnings reports. The markets are anticipating the release of inflation data in the United States, along with financial reports from major companies such as Apple, Amazon, Roblox, and Coinbase. Notably, attention will be ...