... creating predictable operating conditions in the market. Asia and Central Asia Significant changes are occurring in the Asian region. Kazakhstan has launched the first Bitcoin ETF in Central Asia (Fontex Bitcoin ETF), which has been trading on the Astana International Exchange (AIX) since August 13. This fund, with asset custody via BitGo, facilitates investor access to Bitcoin through a familiar exchange instrument and is capable of attracting additional capital to the crypto industry. Meanwhile, China ...

... subscriber growth and operational challenges. My Commentary on Tuesday’s Events As the founder of Open Oil Market, I view today’s events as crucial for understanding the trajectory of global markets. China’s trade data will serve as a barometer for international demand, influencing commodity prices and export-driven economies. Meanwhile, Australia’s interest rate decision could set the tone for regional monetary policies, impacting investor sentiment across Asia-Pacific markets. For Europe, Germany’s inflation figures will provide insights into the ECB’s future moves, particularly in the context of energy price volatility stemming from OPEC decisions. In ...

....S. Market: The focus will be on industrial production and consumer sentiment data, as these are key indicators of economic health. Inflationary pressures from import and export prices will also be watched closely, as they impact sectors sensitive to international trade. European Market: CPI data from the Eurozone will influence inflation expectations, while UK retail sales provide insights into consumer resilience. Both indicators impact the euro and the pound, setting the tone for broader European ...

... and analysts as key economic events and corporate earnings reports are scheduled for that day. The focus will be on the Producer Price Index (PPI) data from Japan, as well as the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from Germany and Russia. Additionally, the International Energy Agency (IEA) is expected to release its report on the global oil market, along with inventory data from the EIA. With rising inflation across various countries and earnings expectations from companies such as Cisco, Tencent, X5 Group,...

... market. Current TЭK News as of August 10, 2025: U.S. Sanctions Pressure on India and China, Oil Price Stabilization, OPEC+ Policies, Export Ban on Oil Products in Russia, Rising Demand for Coal, and Energy Trends. The latest developments in the fuel ... ... million bpd (extended until the end of 2026) will be assessed. Russian Oil Products Market: Export Ban and Price Stabilization The internal fuel market in Russia continues to enforce a complete ban on the export of certain oil products, primarily motor gasoline....