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Is it possible to replace Russian LNG with American: reality, benefits and risks for the European market
... buyers of Russian gas, besides Europe, are China and Japan, but a significant part of exports is still directed to Europe, especially to countries with developed infrastructure for receiving LNG, such as Spain, Great Britain and the Netherlands.
The sanctions imposed by the EU against Russia are gradually reducing the share of Russian gas on the market, but it has not yet been possible to completely abandon it. Technically, Russian companies have powerful production capabilities, and even with sanctions ...
Under what conditions could the surviving line of the "Nord Stream" operate
... against potential disruptions.
Asian Competition Intense competition with Asian buyers for LNG also affects prices. “If Asian demand rises, they can outbid Europe for LNG supplies, forcing Europeans to increase their offers,” Yushkov explains.
Sanction Policies Talks of a 15th EU sanctions package targeting Russian LNG add tension. “If Europe bans Russian LNG outright, even with a delay until late 2025, prices will inevitably jump,” warns Yushkov. Losing access to Russian LNG would intensify ...
Investing in Precious Metals - Is It Worth It?
On the eve of new sanctions being introduced, the Central Bank of Russia has acquired a record amount of gold. Many are puzzled as to the purpose of this action. Is it really worth investing your assets in precious metals?
On the eve of the introduction of yet another ...
Economic Trends in Russia: GDP Slowdown and Inflationary Challenges – What It Means for Investors
... indicates a reduction in economic activity, which may be attributed to several factors:
High Key Rate:
The Central Bank of Russia maintains a high key rate of 21% to control inflation, but such a rate also restrains lending and investment activity.
Sanctions and External Economic Environment:
Amidst sanctions pressure and restrictions on exports and imports, businesses face shortages of technological equipment, components, and supply chain challenges.
Ruble Instability:
Currency volatility limits ...
Investing in Securities: Pros and Cons
... are mostly intangible. They are bought and sold electronically. Though one can request paper certificates, this takes additional time and is often unnecessary.
The company may periodically issue new shares, which can significantly dilute their value.
Sanctions or crises can lead to a steep decline in share prices. Recovery to prior levels may take years. In situations involving second- or third-tier securities, liquidity typically decreases as well. During such times, companies may stop paying dividends....