... deviations. For example, a sudden outbreak of military action in a region can collapse the value of assets associated with this market, regardless of the previous fundamental indicators of the company. Or a global pandemic (as happened in 2020) changed the ... ... company (due to a stop in production or a break in supply chains), while a weak company, on the contrary, receives an unexpected boost (for example, manufacturers of protective equipment and medicines in the wake of the pandemic). Fundamental analysis, of ...

... and policymakers about possible solutions: Increasing Taxes Raising taxes on corporations and high-income individuals could boost revenue and partially offset the deficit. However, higher taxes may reduce business activity and economic growth. Still,... ... alleviating the budget situation. However, this increases long-term debt obligations and may crowd out private investment in the debt market. Impact on Europe and Other Global Markets The sustainability of U.S. national debt has significant implications for global ...

... companies that own oil refineries, the current situation is twofold. On one hand, high retail and wholesale gasoline prices boost revenue in the short term. On the other hand, export restrictions and decreased dampener payments significantly impact refining ... ... (subsidies) and planted price controls pressure margins. To maintain profitability, companies must seek balance between the domestic market and exports. Many are forced to reduce refining volumes or redirect more oil to crude oil exports, which may create risks ...

... Russia increased by 1.6% year-on-year in the first half of the year. The industry has managed to redirect export flows to new markets: for instance, supplies of Russian coal to "friendly" countries (Asia, the Middle East, Africa) increased by ... ... sector: projects are being implemented to develop port infrastructure in the Far East and subsidize coal transportation by rail to boost exports to the Asia-Pacific region. In the long run, considering the global trend towards reduced carbon emissions, coal ...

... de-escalation. Investors recognize that if the summit in Alaska yields no agreement, the US may revert to a sanctions-based scenario. Thus, geopolitical tensions remain high. Any statements in the run-up to the meeting are being closely monitored by markets: positive signals will boost risk appetite, while confrontational rhetoric could trigger a flight to safe assets (higher prices for oil and gold, strengthening of the dollar). Escalation of US Trade Wars New tariffs against China: US trade policy has intensified once again....