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Energy Sector News — Thursday, August 14, 2025: U.S. Sanction Pressure, Rising Gasoline Prices, Oil and Gas Markets

... products are sufficient, and refineries continue to operate. Experts note that the current price surge is caused by a combination of factors, including seasonal demand increases (summer transportation, agricultural activities) and external conditions. Infrastructure incidents have also contributed; increased drone attacks on some refineries have necessitated unplanned repairs, temporarily reducing oil product output. Comment: “However, one of the indicators suggests a temporary reduction in oil product ...

Why Does Business Need Authority in Managing Monetary Policy?

... national economy. What Does This Mean for Investors and Businesses? Accessibility and Cost of Capital The high key interest rate increases the cost of capital for businesses, making projects, particularly long-term ones, less profitable. Investments in infrastructure, technology startups, and other promising sectors become financially challenging and therefore less attractive to private investors. Reduction of Risks for Entrepreneurs The changes will help lower budget expenditures on subsidizing loan ...

The Central Bank of Russia acquires the Saint Petersburg Currency Exchange: goals, consequences and prospects

... of acquiring the Saint Petersburg Currency Exchange is to create a full-fledged Russian platform for trading foreign currency. Under current sanctions, access to international currency platforms is becoming limited, and therefore the need for its own infrastructure is increasing. The purchase of the Saint Petersburg Currency Exchange allows the Central Bank to create an independent system that can support currency transactions without the participation of international intermediaries, ensuring financial ...

Mir Cards to Start Operating in Iran from January 2025

... transaction tool but also a way to build trust between the countries, opening up investment prospects for joint projects. This could stimulate interest in Russian-Iranian investment opportunities, particularly in sectors such as energy, agriculture, infrastructure development, and technology. Forecasts for Investors: Reduction of Financial Barriers: The use of the Mir card will lower barriers to conducting business between Russia and Iran, increasing access to Iranian markets for Russian investors ...

Investing in Off-Plan Real Estate: Is It Worth It?

... returns on the secondary market is virtually impossible. Many investors purchase real estate for subsequent rental. However, in this case, the payback period is significantly extended, potentially stretching beyond 10 years, depending on the area, its infrastructure, and other parameters. If the square meter price of the property under construction is significantly lower than the market price, it will likely attract demand. However, it is crucial to understand that such price reductions by developers ...